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latexb0n3z · 1 month ago

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REPOST !! X-men OC

Ophidian Graves

Age: 36

Date of Birth: December 17 (Sagittarius with an edge of mystery)

Ophidian Graves was born Isaiah Graves into a struggling but close-knit family in a small town deep in Louisiana’s bayou. His parents, deeply rooted in Cajun culture and steeped in the region’s folklore, viewed serpents as powerful symbols of transformation, resilience, and mystery. Though they loved their son, they were also devoutly religious and superstitious, which shaped their perception of his strange abilities.

Isaiah’s mutation began to surface around his 12th birthday. His once soft brown skin developed patches of hard, green scales, and his dark eyes transformed into vertical slits like a snake’s. These changes frightened not only his classmates—who cruelly labeled him a freak—but also his parents, who struggled to reconcile their love for their son with their growing fear of his transformation. While they didn’t abandon him outright, their unease created a rift in their relationship, and Isaiah felt increasingly alienated from his family and community.

As the bullying worsened, Isaiah embraced his serpent-like traits, renaming himself Ophidian—a name that reflected both his power and the detachment he felt from his human identity. To him, the name was a shield, a way to reject the humanity that had rejected him. Despite the pain of his early life, his Cajun roots and the resilience he inherited from his family remained integral parts of his identity, influencing his resourcefulness and his connection to the natural world

Mutant Powers:

• Snake Physiology: Enhanced strength, speed, and agility, with scale-covered skin that provides natural armor.

• Venomous Bite: Can inject a potent neurotoxin through his sharp teeth, capable of paralyzing or incapacitating enemies.

• Prehensile Tail: His tail serves as a versatile tool for combat or movement, allowing him to strike or grapple with incredible precision.

• Hypnotic Gaze: His glowing yellow eyes can mesmerize or disorient opponents for brief periods, though it takes a toll on him if overused.

Adulthood

By the time he turned 20, Ophidian had left the swamps and ventured into cities, trying to find a place in the world. His intimidating appearance and powers, however, made it nearly impossible. He fell into the underworld, using his abilities for mercenary work and shady jobs. Dubbed “The Viper” in criminal circles, he became feared for his precision, but this life left him hollow. Deep down, Ophidian longed for purpose and connection, but his mistrust of others—and himself—kept him from seeking redemption.

Everything changed at 30, when he was hired to take out an undercover mutant operative. This operative turned out to be Storm, a member of the X-Men. During their confrontation, she recognized his potential and saw through his bitterness. Storm offered him a choice: continue living as a tool of destruction or come to the Xavier Institute to learn control and find a family among other mutants.

Reluctant but intrigued, Ophidian took her offer—partly because he was tired of running, and partly because he had never been offered kindness before. He joined the Institute, though fitting in proved challenging. He often butted heads with other members due to his solitary nature and harsh outlook.

Role in the X-Men:

Over time, Ophidian proved himself to be a valuable member of the team, specializing in reconnaissance, stealth missions, and combat scenarios that required precision. Despite his venomous appearance, he began to form bonds with other outcasts like Nightcrawler and Wolverine, who understood what it was like to carry the burden of being seen as a monster.

Now what about his personality?

• Brooding yet Loyal: Ophidian is quiet and guarded, but fiercely protective of those he cares about.

• Dry Sense of Humor: His wit is sharp, often laced with sarcasm. He isn’t one to sugarcoat things.

• Conflicted: Despite being on the side of good, he struggles with his darker impulses and sometimes doubts he belongs with the X-Men.

• Philosophical: His years of solitude made him introspective. He often speaks in riddles or metaphors, drawing on his love of old swamp tales and mythology.

#xmen #x men 97 #xmen oc #character design #art

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lboogie1906 · 11 months ago

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The University of Timbuktu is a collective term for the teaching associated with three mosques in the city of Timbuktu in what is now Mali: the masjid of Sankore, Djinguereber, and Sidi Yahya. It was not a university in the modern sense, but a loosely organized scholastic community that endured for many centuries during the medieval period.

The University of Timbuktu was unlike the modern university in that there was no central organization or formal course of study. There were several independent schools, each having a principal instructor. Students chose their teachers, and instruction took place in mosque courtyards or private residences. The primary focus was on the study of the Quran and Islamic subjects, but academic subjects were also taught such as “medicine and surgery, anatomy, botany, evolution, physiology and zoology, astronomy, anthropology, cartography, geodesy, geology, mathematics, physics, chemistry, philosophy, language and linguistics, geography, history, as well as art.” Teachers associated with the Sankore mosque and the mosque itself were especially respected for learning.

It boasted up to 25,000 students out of a total city population of 100,000.

Timbuktu quickly grew in importance by the start of the 12th century, with a thriving economy based on trading salt, gold, spices, and dyes. As the wealth of the city grew, it also became a center of learning, attracting scholars and manuscripts. It acquired a reputation for learning and scholarship across the Muslim world. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence

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kanyatomy · 2 months ago

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12th november, 2024

yes i know i dipped for a week straight, but in my defense, my friends arrived here and suddenly i wasn’t the loneliest girl on the planet

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i’ve been eating three full meals lately and its so refreshing and also helping me sleep good.

doing a lot of physiology and im a little confident about it but lets not ruin that god please 😀

exam timetable came out and all my friends have it different than each other

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micah-drew · 8 months ago

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Redr Introduction - RoR OC

Personal Information

Species: Demigod

Age: 1800+

Gender: Female

Pantheon: Norse Pantheon

Origin: Asgard (Valhalla)

Status

Status: Alive

Affiliation: Gods (Formerly)

Humanity (Currently)

Valkyries

Mitsuhide Akechi

Relatives: Brunhilde (1st) to ??? (12th) (Older sisters) 13th Valkyrie to Göll (14th) (Younger sister)

First Appearance

Manga Debut: Chapter 87

Anime Debut: N/A

Portrayal

Voice Actor: N/A

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I understand… but out of all the Einherjar why must it be him?

Redr to Brunhilde in The Masked Fool

Redr is the thirteenth of the fourteen Valkyrie sisters. She hesitantly performed the Völundr with Mitsuhide Akechi in the tenth round of Ragnarok.

Appearance

Redr takes the appearance of a girl with a youthful face with freckles and large green eyes, slightly protruding incisors and thin eyebrows and eyelashes. Her red hair is shoulder length, and her bangs are fashioned into a feathery like fringe but soon devolves into a curly mess of red hair.

Her head is adorned with a kokoshnik with a triangular pattern. She wears a stylized black and white low cut dress with a crimson bell at the base of her neck and with short separated sleeves and collar. Her navel is exposed in a diamond cut, and her skirt is exceedingly frilly. She wears black leather gloves on her hands, and on her feet she wears crimson shoes with high heels.

(Art by axilkai on Discord!)

Personality

Unlike her sisters Hlökk and Alvitr, Redr is rather quiet and shy. She can be anxious as well, which was shown with her hesitation to perform the Völundr with Mitsuhide Akechi in the tenth round of Ragnarok.

She prefers to be around her sisters, or alone if she can help it. Though when she’s around her sisters, she opens up a bit more around them and becomes talkative, and sometimes ends up rambling about her passions and interests.

Over the course of the tenth round, Redr slowly becomes more understanding toward Mitsuhide. At the end of their fight, she is seen helping the fighter out of the arena before collapsing alongside him outside of the medical ward. In the eleventh round, Redr and Mitsuhide are seen recovering inside of the medical ward while they watch the fight.

Abilities

Divine Physiology: As a demigod, it can be assumed that Redr possesses physical abilities far greater than any ordinary human. Her body cannot be harmed by mortal weapons, however she can still be by unarmed attacks from individuals superhuman strength and by Divine Weapons.

Semi-Immortality: As a demigod, Redr has a limitless lifespan and will not die of old age.

Common Destiny: The power of "Common Destiny" allows a person to bring out their full potential by entrusting their fate to another. Before Ragnarok, Brunhilde sought Buddha in order to learn more about this power. The Valkyries give their wielders the power to harm gods by entrusting them with their lives.

• Völundr: The ability to turn into any weapon based on her partner's preference. Redr’s Völundr has a unique property reflected in the translation of her name, which means "The Red Haired One" (赤毛の人 , Akage no hito), which allows her to create an illusion/disguise of someone to lure someone into a false sense. She can only hold up her illusions as long as the main body is not hit.

And here she is, one of my many RoR ocs. I’ve had Redr for a bit now, and now just started writing for her because I just… couldn’t write anything for a bit. So I decided to do this, and introduce her to you all!

This is of course an AU with fourteen Valkyries so that also means fourteen fighters on each side. This intro… also introduces another person, Mitsuhide Akechi! Will he get an intro like this one? Maybe, I just gotta… rework him a lot.

But I hope you all like Redr! This took a while to type out on my phone… lol.

#record of ragnarok #shuumatsu no valkyrie #record of ragnarok oc #ror oc #shuumatsu no valkryie oc #snv oc

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crosstheveil · 1 year ago

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Health: Adrenal Glands

TCM: Jing, Kidneys

GNM: Off Track (cortex), Unbearable Stress (medulla)

Greek: Sanguine (cortex), Choleric (medulla)

Chakra: Root

Astrology: Mars, Aries-Libra; ex. managing adrenal health can be especially important for natal placements like Mars in Libra/7th, Mars in Pisces/12th, South Node conjunct Mars, etc.

The adrenal glands, which sit atop the kidneys, play a central role in the body's response to stress, fatigue, immune challenges, and several key physiological and metabolic functions. Issues related to the adrenal glands is very common yet highly under-diagnosed. They consist of two regions:

Adrenal Cortex: Derived from the mesodermal base substance cholesterol, the adrenal cortex produces hormones such as cortisol, corticosterone, aldosterone, and male sex hormones. These hormones play vital roles in physiological functions. Cortisol and corticosterone, known as stress hormones, contribute to the regulation of metabolism, inflammation, and blood sugar, and assist in long-term stress response by enriching the blood with minerals and glucose. Their anabolic effects also aid in healing and regeneration. Aldosterone helps maintain blood pressure by regulating the balance of salt and water in the body. The adrenal cortex's production of male sex hormones can influence the reproductive system. If unresolved, chronic stress may lead to excessive cortisol production, causing problems like weight gain and high blood sugar.

Adrenal Medulla: The endodermal adrenal medulla manages emotional and physical stress by producing the hormones noradrenaline, dopamine, and adrenaline. These hormones are pivotal in activating the "fight, fright, flight" response, a physiological reaction that occurs in response to a perceived harmful event or threat. This acute stress response increases heart rate, blood sugar, and mental alertness, along with other physiological changes. Chronic anger or emotional upheaval can strain the adrenal medulla, leading to an energetic drain.

Stress

The adrenal glands are highly sensitive to stress, and chronic stress can lead to various disorders:

Psychiatric Disorders: Neuroses, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder.

Neurological Disorders: Migraines, peripheral neuropathy, dizziness, tremors.

Glandular Disorders: Issues related to other glands including the thyroid which is responsible for cell growth; for instance, uterine cancer, polyps, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism.

Cardiovascular Disorders: Coronary artery disease, stroke, heart attack, hypertension, arrhythmias.

Respiratory Disorders: Asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), difficulty in breathing.

Immunological Disorders: Possible tumor promotion, reduced resistance to infection, autoimmune disorders, chronic inflammation.

Metabolic Disorders: Diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, difficulty in regulating blood sugar.

Gastrointestinal Disorders: Ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), chronic indigestion, malabsorption.

Genitourinary Disorders: Impotence, incontinence, menstrual problems, urinary tract infections, kidney dysfunction.

Musculoskeletal Disorders: Muscle weakness, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, joint pain.

Skin Disorders: Acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin thinning.

Cysts and Cancer

Adrenal Weakness: If the adrenal glands don't produce enough adrenaline, the heart may pump slower, leading to fluid accumulation and cysts in the prostate, ovaries, and breasts. These cysts can harden and potentially lead to cancer.

Blood Flow: Increasing blood flow can help resolve cysts if addressed quickly.

Signs of Imbalance

Frequent sickness, fatigue, low libido, low backache, chronic health issues, dark circles under the eyes, hair loss, early greying, frequent urination at night, cold hands and feet, brain fog, pain and weakness in the lower back, loins, thighs, knees and lower body, urinary weakness and debility, polyuria and nocturia, impotence and male sexual dysfunction, moodiness and irritability, depression, muscle or bone loss, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue, hormone imbalance, body aches, unexplained weight loss, lightheadedness, skin discoloration (hyperpigmentation), weakened stress response, insulin resistance, sleep problems, weight gain, sweet and salty food cravings, difficulty getting up in the morning, increased PMS or menopausal symptoms, inability to handle stress, increased allergies, frequent sighing, cravings for salty foods, higher energy levels in the evenings, overuse of stimulants like caffeine.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Jing (essence): The statement by the Chinese that the kidneys harbor our Jing refers to the adrenals having the highest concentration of neural crest cell derivatives in the entire body. Strong Jing corresponds to robust characteristics like strong teeth, which are made by neural crest cells, while weak Jing relates to signs of aging like grey hair and deafness, also linked to neural crest cells. Jing's manifestations include the progression from youth to adulthood, reflected in functions controlled by the pituitary (aided by neural crest cells), and can be seen in the structure of the face and jaw. Neural crest cells also create the heart's connective tissue, affecting lifespan. Jing as a concept is not the same as neural crest cells but they represent the body's inherent organizational strength. Weak organizational energy leads to neural crest cells that don't form properly or function well, resulting in genetic disorders affecting facial development. The Chinese recognized these markers as indicators of weak Jing.

Kidneys & Urinary Tract: The adrenal glands are connected to the kidneys not just through the renal fascia, but also by way of the renal artery, draining into the renal vein, and receiving nerve connections from the renal plexus. The kidneys regulates the body's water content and are essential for maintaining healthy bones, as well as producing healthy bone marrow and blood. It determines the level of adrenaline and dopamine in the body, affecting our energy and rest. In addition, it forms a relationship with the heart through various hormones. During puberty, the adrenal cortex starts to produce sex hormones like testosterone and oestrogen, and this production continues throughout adulthood. Caffeine depletes kidney qi, yang, yin, and essence, contributing to liver and adrenal issues, and long-term exhaustion. Regular coffee drinkers, especially those who don’t feel its effects, may be nearing adrenal exhaustion. Adrenal fatigue is often considered a kidney yang deficiency. If left untreated, it can progress to a kidney yin deficiency. These deficiencies are often marked by a light low groaning tone to the voice, a darkish pallor under the eyes, negative attitudes of insufficiency or inadequacy, needing to sit and not being able to stand for long, and worrying about money. Additionally, those who experience traumatic shock or long term stress often have their hair turn gray or fall out.

Kidney Yang (medulla): Linked to the reactive sympathetic nervous system and the hormones adrenaline, dopamine, and norepinephrine, produced in the adrenals. A deficiency in kidney yang can lead to symptoms like cold hands and feet, edema, night urination, and low libido. This deficiency parallels disorders like adrenal fatigue, hypothyroidism, and sexual dysfunction. This condition is worsened by the use of marijuana, diminishing our natural drive, motivation, and willpower. Adrenaline is used to treat conditions like asthma, anaphylaxis, and slow heart rates. It works on the cell membrane's outside, which is known as the yang aspect of the cell. It never enters the cell but attaches to a receptor on the outside, initiating a cascade of chemicals that open or close gates on the cell's exterior. In the heart and muscles, adrenaline prompts more calcium to enter, which amplifies the force of contraction; in the lungs, it leads to the relaxation of the muscles, permitting more air to flow in; in the brain, it initiates the emotional reactions connected with fear.

Kidney Yin (cortex): Associated with the parasympathetic nervous system and the hormone cortisol, produced in the adrenals. A kidney yin deficiency may manifest as sore back, leg weakness, insomnia, and anxiety. It may parallel disorders like diabetes, high blood pressure, and hyperthyroidism. Although necessary for daily function and stress response, excessive cortisol can lead to fluid retention, osteoporosis, muscle wasting, depression, and diabetes. If our bodies stopped producing cortisol, it would result in significant illness. While adrenaline binds to the exterior of the cell (yang), cortisol is absorbed into the very core (yin). Contrary to the effects of adrenaline which are more immediate, the effects of cortisol can take years.

Greek Medicine

Hot Temperament: The adrenals are generally represented as stimulating and energizing various functions to adapt to stress.

Adrenal Cortex: Sanguine, nutritive, and anabolic, enriching the blood and decreasing swelling.

Adrenal Medulla: Choleric, energetic, and catabolic, stimulating acute stress response.

Faculty Support: Adrenal glands produce supplementary amounts of sexual hormones, bridging a connection between vital and generative faculties; supporting heart and lungs (vital), kidneys and pancreas in blood sugar regulation (natural), enhancing mental alertness and stimulating the sympathetic nervous system functioning (psychic), supporting male sexual function and response (generative).

Root Center: The adrenals form the basic energetic support for the entire organism, associated with the Root Chakra.

Kidneys & Urinary Tract: Weak adrenals may adversely affect the vitality and functioning of the kidneys and urinary tract, which are interlinked with the adrenal glands'. When the kidneys are not effectively eliminating fluids, it can lead to the accumulation of phlegm and moisture. Additionally, the kidneys have a connection to the soles of the feet which may be affected by cold conditions. Conditions of melancholy or devitalization of the adrenals, kidneys, and urinary tract often correlate with chronic fatigue.

Adrenal Exhaustion: Chronic stress and irregular habits can lead to fatigue, irritability, pain, and impotence in men usually caused by flare-ups of Choleric anger or any experiences which feel like a roller coaster. Sexual overindulgence also exhaust the adrenals.

Male Sexual Function: The adrenal glands provide energetic support for male sexual function. Issues with adrenal energy may result in sexual dysfunction, including impotence or premature ejaculation.

Blood Sugar Regulation: In instances of dangerously low blood sugar, the adrenal glands jump into action, raising levels through adrenaline. Chronic instability may involve adrenocortical hormones, aggravating factors in type II diabetes.

German New Medicine (GNM)

Adrenal Cortex (Off Track)

Conflict: Feeling like you've made a wrong choice or gone down the wrong path.

Under-Functioning: Waterhouse-Friedrichsen syndrome, adrenal gland insufficiency, Addison's disease. Reduced cortisol production, feeling stressed and tired.

Over-Functioning: Excess cortisol (Cushing's disease) with high blood pressure, round face, obesity, muscle atrophy or aldosterone (Conn's syndrome) with high blood pressure, low potassium, weak muscles, thirst, frequent urination.

Adrenal Medulla (Unbearable Stress)

Conflict: Extreme tension from stress, feeling overwhelmed. Something is beyond reach.

Diagnosis: Pheochromocytoma, neuroblastoma. High blood pressure, racing heart, increased blood sugar, sweating.

Astrology

Mars: This planet governs adrenaline, testosterone, male sexual function, playing a role in the catabolic metabolism where fuel is burned. It also oversees the release of toxins, the regulation of red blood cells, iron, and muscle tissue, including tendons and ligaments. It extends to the entire muscular system, embodying vitality and physical strength. The energy of Mars is hot and dry so it's temperament is Choleric. Mars co-rules the adrenals (with Aries/Libra) and the male genitalia (Scorpio).

Aries: Aries is a Choleric sign, and its will to action makes it prone to anger and stress, which deplete and weaken the adrenal glands. The sign is energetic, sharp-eyed, cheerful, and alert, but may become irritable and have a restless tendency to keep going until burnout. This can lead to eyestrain and poor vision as the health of the eyes is dependent on the strength of the adrenals. The preference for stimulants like chili pepper, caffeine, and their attraction to the Sun can overstimulate the adrenal glands, leading them to seek cooling substances like icy drinks, fruits, and seafood.

Libra: Libra, the Sanguine Air sign that rules the kidneys and lower back, is a counterbalance to Aries. The kidneys and genitourinary tract are only as strong and healthy as the adrenal glands, which are their energetic support. Underlying adrenal weakness and exhaustion weakens the kidneys and genitourinary system, leading to urinary debility, urinary tract infections, inflammation or irritation, uremia, and gout. Since male sexual function is also dependent on the strength and health of the adrenal glands, problems may arise in this area.

Aries-Libra Dynamic: Kidneys, adrenals, eyes, head and cranium, low back, lumbar spine, bladder, genitourinary system (especially male), hips and loins. Aries represents personal power, autonomy, honesty, and decisiveness, often leaning towards individualism and assertiveness. Libra, on the other hand, emphasizes cooperation, diplomacy, compromise, and social harmony. While Aries is direct and often acts alone, Libra seeks mutual choice and operates through consensus. This represents a struggle between competition and cooperation, selfhood and partnership, war and peace, doing and being. Finding balance is needed for acid/alkaline balance, as Aries tends to run acidic, and for hormonal balance, where Aries tends toward excess testosterone. The tension between these two forces may cause a lot of frustration and aggravation, particularly in males, manifesting as irritation or inflammation of the genitourinary tract.

Healing and Relief

Diet: Paleo; reduce caffeine, sugars and sweeteners, gluten, starch, white flour, processed foods, and hydrogenated oils.

Nutritional Supplements: Ionic Magnesium, B Vitamins, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Vitamin C, Zinc, Probiotics, L-Theanine

Herbal Adaptogens: Ashwagandha, Rhodiola Rosea, Holy Basil, Licorice Root, Siberian Ginseng, He Shou Wu

Lifestyle Considerations: Address societal pressure to perform, lack of self-care, and the conflict in real life. Regular exercise of varied intensity. Practice meditation, mindfulness, Tai Chi, Qigong. Express creatively and spend time in nature. Align sleep schedule with circadian rhythm to nourish yin. Hydrate more and add salt to water. Avoid various toxins like dioxin or insecticides which contribute to adrenal malfunction. Spend more time in the sun each day. Don't sit for too long. Try wearing a haramaki, stretch cotton (for summer) or stretch wool (for winter).

These are research notes from the work of Daniel Keown, Michel Odoul, Michael Tierra, Lesley Tierra, Johan Boshwinkel, David Osborn, Judith Hill, Eileen Nauman, Björn Eybl, Caroline Markolin, Deb Shapiro, and Jody Smith.

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the-third-eye · 7 months ago

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Vampires, History and You

DRAGAN I (12th century)

Blood-sucker from the Second Bulgarian Empie credited with being the first vampire. Claims of his exact birth, life and undeath are generally disputed and little proof of him even existing has been found. He is purported to have been of noble blood though as result of an affair, dying early of sickness and ressurecting as the original vampiric spawn for reasons unknown.

Some say he simply faded away or that he lives on to this day in form of the monsters of modern myth.

VLADISLAV III (1431-1476)

Contrary to popular belief, the Voivode of Wallachia, Vlad "The Impaler" was NOT A VAMPIRE. However due to his sheer bloodlust and sadism he was a magnet for them. Many high-ranking Wallachian officials at the time were vampires fully on board with his ideas who wholeheartedly supported his plundering and impaling of the Transylvanian Saxons.

He was slain by his own troops as they had mistaken him for a Turk.

ELIZABETH BATHORY DE ESCED (1560-1614)

A Hungarian countess moonlighting as a serial killer. Elizabeth was of the superstitious belief that bathing in blood would keep her youth intact, as her vampirism started taking a toll on her exterior, causing her to kill over 600 young maidens.

In early 1611 she was detained and imprisoned in Csejte castle for the remainder of her life where the deprivation of blood caused her to die four years later at the age of 54.

GRIGORI YEFIMOVICH RASPUTIN (1792-?)

Hired as a faith healer by the Nicholas II's son, the Siberian strannik Grigori Rasputi was not only a skilled manipulator and medical practitioner but also a possibly immortal vampire. Despite having a religious awakening after a pilgrimage in 1897 he was an opulent man enjoying all the pleasures of food, strong drink and any woman that would have him (which were quite many).

Following multiple failed assasination attemps Rasputin was thought to have been killed by a group of noblemen. Their first attempt to poison him with cyanide-laced cake and wine failed as his physiology withstood the poison, he was shot in the forehead and his corpse was diposed in the Malaya Nevka River.

However current paranormal scholars believe he is still alive and well, living in the shadows.

"JACK THE RIPPER" (Active 1888)

Another vampire serial killer is said to have haunted Victorian England. Although not even the name "Jack the Ripper" is for certain the methods of murder and removal of internal organs point to the suspect or suspects being of vampiric nature.

Never identified.

PETER KÜRTEN (1883-1931)

Maybe not one of the deadliest but probably most heinous vamprire serial killers, Peter Kürten was a man who truly earned his titles. Such charming nicknames as "The Düsseldorf Monster" and "The King of Sexual Perverts". Kürten went on a spree of arsons, homicides and molestations in the year 1929 before he was apprehended.

Peter was executed via beheading in 1931 on accounts of nine cases of murder and seven cases of attempted murder. His head was split in two (possibly to avoid biting post-decapitation) and mummified. In the late 1940s the head was moved to the US and now resides in Wisconsin.

KAREN SABNOCK (1912-Present)

The matriarch of a vampire clan which migrated to America after years of vampires confining themselves to Europe. At her arrival in the 1950s she fell in love with the suburban lifestyle that had been established post war. Her clan has grown strong over the years acting as a haven for vampirekind in the American Northeast...well as long as they conform to the standards of it.

She governs the coven as a sort of omnipotent wine aunt and is currently on the lookout for another vampiric bride, having set her eyes on the human wife of one of her clansmen.

BILLIAM FREDERICK SUBURBS (1914-2012)

A prominent social figure and progenitor of the Karen's suburban vampire community. He was the classic sitcom family man father of three living with his wife...until she killed him and their children after discovering they had killed a man to drink his blood in front of her.

Since his demise the clan has been on the hunt for his spouse Marsha.

#the third eye #webcomic #will wood #vampire culture #vampire #lore #this will only be slightly important in the future #flavor text

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ikibli · 24 days ago

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Making Speedsters in Fantasy TTRPG AUs

Class and Power Selection

First, the spellcasting class that fits speedsters(fluff-wise) the most is actually Clerics.

Their powers are a direct result of being chosen as the champions/children/conduits/avatars of the Speed Force(one of the Seven Forces of the Universe, on the same level as the Emotional Electromagnetic Spectrum as a whole).

Their top speed and additional powers are influenced by their belief and faith in their capabilities more than any set limits.

Plus, there's at least one comic where Barry and Wally use their electrical aura to make a flash that destroys/banishes creatures of darkness, Barry apparently has the ability to heal people of Anti-Life, and Wally straight up calls the Speed Force "God" at one point, albeit in a semi-joking manner.

I will also mention that their DC Wiki articles list their powers as "Speed Force Conduit", not "Speedster (Physiology)".

The "magic aura of wind and colored lightning" visual indicators of their power usage and the constant time travel shenanigans have been expanded into full primary themes for a lot of the class selections, just because of the nature of fantasy settings and because those sorts of subclasses often have movement abilities.

Now, onto the actual character building- both for fanfic and for creating a playable character that is blatantly an expy. (Don't worry, there are a lot of non-cleric options, despite my rant.)

D&D 5e

Best Class/Subclass Options: Cleric(Tempest Domain), Monk(Four Elements or Open Hand), Bard(College of Swords), Rogue(Scout)

The Speedy/Mobile feat and Athlete feat are pretty essential if you're making a speedster- just note that 5e feats replace an Ability Score Improvement, which come at 4th, 8th, 12th, 16th and possibly 19th level(some classes have another class feature instead).

College of Swords Bards are a relatively melee-focused Bard subclass, with a focus on style and speed- including multiattack at 6th level. Blade Flourish also includes a 10-foot walking speed bonus on a turn you make an attack, in addition to the more lengthy "spend a Bardic Inspiration to add a bonus effect to a successful attack" part.

Tempest Domain Clerics don't have many speed-related abilities, though they do get a fly speed at 17th level. The main reason they're on the list is because Speedsters Are Clerics.

Monks gain a speed bonus while unarmored, and are also Dexterity-focused combatants. They're just better for a purely martial-class speedster than a fighter. Four Elements has Warlock Invocation-style Elemental Disciplines, while Open Hand is more purely martial.

Scout Rogues are a pure mobility-focused Rogue subclass, with a movement speed increase at 9th level and a 3rd-level starting ability that lets them move half their speed as a reaction whenever an enemy ends their turn within 5 feet.

All in all, D&D speedsters would probably be a martial class, and 5e just doesn't offer much character customization.

Let's move onto Pathfinder, which offers a lot more customization and fitting subclasses/abilities, and thus requires a cut for readability.

Pathfinder 1e

Best Class/Subclass Options: Cleric of Desna(Travel and Liberation Domains), Oracle(Time, Winds or Heavens Mystery), Sorcerer(Destined, Djinni, Air Elemental, Stormborn or Dreamspun Bloodline), Kineticist(Aerokineticist Element), Magus/Rogue(does not have subclasses)

First, feat options. There's a number of direct movement/agility-enhancement feats- Lightning Reflexes, Improved Initiative, Dodge, Mobility, Nimble Moves, Step Up, Spring Attack, Wind Stance, the many, many feats that have one of those as prerequisites, etc. Wind Stance and Lightning Stance grant concealment while you move, but most of the others only need to be explicitly picked if you're going to be rolling dice.

Azata Style feats require Dodge and Mobility as prerequisites, with Azata Sprint requiring Wind Stance. They're overall good flavor for a speedster- Azata Style gives you a bonus to AC in turns when you move at least 15 feet, Azata Mischief lets you trip people who fail attacks of opportunity against you and Azata Sprint increases your ground speed and lets you ignore difficult terrain.

For Cleric deity choices, I chose Desna since she's a Core 20 god that has both Travel and Liberation as follower domains, but making the Speed Force a deity in your setting rather than using the Golarion gods would fit okay.

Travel Domain clerics gain a 10-foot base speed increase, and both of their domain powers are movement-enhancing. You need it.

On the other hand, Liberation's first domain power removes penalties to your mobility. It can be replaced with another domain such as Luck or Air if you want.

Winds Oracles have Wings of Air(flight speed, minimum 7th level), and a lot of other air and lightning-related revelations, as well as having Acrobatics, Fly and Escape Artist as class skills.

Time Oracles have Speed or Slow Time(free haste/slow once per day, minimum 7th level, Temporal Celerity(initiative enhancement), Time Hop(short-range teleportation, minimum 7th level), and lots of spells that replicate things Wally, Bart and Barry have done before.

Heavens Oracles have Lure of the Heavens, which gradually lightens their footsteps until they can actually fly for short periods. Their other revelations don't really fit well, but the theme of "stars and harmony with the universe" kind of fits with the flavor(much like Time, but to a much lesser degree).

The problem with Oracles is that they have a Curse, a disadvantage that grants thematically appropriate benefits at higher levels while never fully dissipating. I feel Tongues works best, since Hunger grants a bite attack, and speedtalk could maybe be represented by Auran.

The Stormborn-bloodline Sorcerer has Dodge and Wind Stance as bonus feats, as well as a lot of air and lightning-themed bloodline powers. The Aerial Wildblooded bloodline replaces Thunderbolt with Control Winds.

The Air Elemental and Djinni bloodlines are pretty much identical save for their capstones- Elemental Body vs Limited Wish 1/day. They both offer a fly speed at 15th level, as well as several agility-related bonus feats.

The Dreamspun bloodline offers Combat Precognition, and with the Visionary Wildblooded bloodline, Visions(which effectively acts as divination once per day while asleep).

The Destined bloodline offers a bunch of luck-manipulation mechanics, and a heavy thematic tie to fate and time.

Overall, Sorcerers mostly offer the side themes, but could be good for when you're trying to pretend that your character most totally isn't an expy, or to explore alternate character interpretations. Or just because you think those themes are cool.

The Kineticist is blatantly elemental-themed, but Aerokineticists have a number of movement-related wild talents, including Wings of Air and its prerequisite Air's Leap. Simple.

Maguses and Rogues are pretty standard Dexterity combatants. The difference is that Rogues focus more on stealth and trickery, and Maguses are half-casters that can enhance their weapon attacks with spells.

I'd recommend looking at Archive of Nethys for details on character creation. Since Pathfinder runs under the OGL(Open Game License), only the Golarion-setting fluff is copyrighted, and all rules elements are free to access.

Pathfinder 2e and non-fantasy RPGs, as well as other characters, will be covered in a later post.

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What is spatiotemporal amnesia (and is that actually a thing or is my gallifreyan making up words again? Xey mentioned it in passing and she's being difficult about it and I actually doubt he's trying to be. Any time I've asked it about it, they either don't know or can't remember learning what it means)

What is Spatio-Temporal amnesia?

Spatio-temporal amnesia in Gallifreyans is a theoretical but probable condition affecting their memory and perception of space and time. Due to their unique physiology and complex relationship with the fourth dimension, Gallifreyans could experience a form of amnesia that is intricately linked to their spatial and temporal awareness.

Y'all already know that Gallifreyans perceive and navigate time in a unique way, and have heightened spatial awareness. Spatio-temporal amnesia could theoretically disrupt these abilities independently, leading to difficulties in recalling events in their proper temporal order, recognising temporal shifts, and experiencing disorientation both in familiar and unfamiliar environments. And of course, it could disrupt them both at the same time, leading them to quite a space-time pickle sandwich.

🚨 Possible Causes

Some causes could include ...

Temporal Shock: Exposure to intense temporal disturbances or paradoxes could overload a Gallifreyan's time lobe, leading to temporary or permanent amnesia, like stepping into a surprise temporal rift on a casual Tuesday.

Regeneration Complications: The process of regeneration, which involves significant physiological and psychological changes, could potentially cause spatiotemporal amnesia.

Neurological Damage: Damage to the brain via trauma or disease, particularly the time lobe or super-ganglion, could disrupt the neural pathways responsible for spatiotemporal processing, like having a frustratingly bad Wi-Fi connection.

Chrono Dementia: This is a devastating condition affecting time-sensitive species. It targets a Timegri's time lobe, leading to a reduction and loss of their time abilities and extra senses. It causes severe confusion, extreme difficulty in orienting themselves in real time, and issues with regeneration and memory.

📚 Symptoms

Difficulty in perceiving the flow of time, leading to confusion about past, present, and future events.

Problems with spatial navigation, such as getting lost in familiar places or inability to recognise previously known environments.

Simultaneous confusion in both time and space, resulting in a complete inability to understand one's current location and time period.

Inability to associate/distinguish time periods with certain spaces, like landing on 12th century Earth and genuinely wondering where all the cars are.

Missing memories or inability to recall specific events, especially those involving significant spatial or temporal elements.

🩺 Potential Treatments

Chrono-Therapy: Techniques designed to restore the normal functioning of the time lobe, possibly involving exposure to stable temporal fields or controlled time travel. A bit like taking your brain on a relaxing spa break so it can 'recharge'.

Neural Realignment: Advanced Gallifreyan medical procedures to repair or regenerate damaged neural pathways, particularly in the brain areas responsible for spatial and temporal processing.

Psychological Support: Cognitive therapies to help the affected Gallifreyan cope with their disorientation and gradually rebuild their memory and perception of space-time.

🏫 So ...

Spatio-temporal amnesia in Gallifreyans is a complex theoretical condition that would disrupt their unique relationship with space and time. GIL would recommend that Xey returns to Gallifrey for a neurological assessment as soon as possible.

What are some Gallifreyan protections against forced memory loss?: How their memory works and how they can protect themselves.

How do Time Lords see the future?: Overview of the five-dimensional aspect of Time Lords and how they perceive the future.

What does time feel like to a Time Lord?: Theoretical ideas on how Time Lords perceive actual time through their senses.

Hope that helped! 😃

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Xenia!

"So, people are saying this "Did you create the Chaos Nexus and why?" the answer is no I didn't create the entire Chaos Nexus but, I do have full control and authority over it! Besides, the creator of the Chaos Nexus is known as "Chaos" he's like an black and red typed 404 like character not sure he's friendly sometimes but, yeah he created it not me." - Xenia answering a random person's question.

Xenia! Artwork by: NotDanStudios as an art request.

Trivia

Xenia has an deep hatred towards Jacklyn.

Xenia's birthday is on Thursday, December 21st on every year which is somewhat the same birthday as DE!404/William.

Xenia can easily travel to other Au's, Timelines, Etc very easily.

Xenia was auto-created inside of The Chaos Nexus.

Xenia's power alone reaches to Reality Level aka High Outerversal which, is the same level/tier to The Chaos Nexus.

Xenia's brother is known as Chaos.

Xenia is stated to be the Goddess of The Chaos Nexus aka Chaos-Nexus Goddess.

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Ubel's Clique (Villainous Oc's)

Names: Githinji Tembo(1st); Athaliah Grotesque (2nd); Maisey Hemlock (Third); Smokey Fawkes (Fourth)

Occupation: Students

DOB: August 12th; November 25th ; October 15th; November 5th

Age: Same Age As Meng

Abilities: Ginthiji- Elephant physiology, super strength, super endurance, super durability, and super senses; Athalia- Imp physiology and abilities ; Maisey- Assassination skills; Smokey- Bomb humanoid physiology and abilities

Headcannon Voice Actors: Laura Stahl/Max Duran- Ginthiji (English/Spanish);Rena Taylor/Ananda García -Athalia(English/Spanish); Sarah Wiedenheft/Mariana Ortiz- Maisey (English/Spanish); Hugo Harold-Harrison/ Rolando de la Fuente - Smokey (English/Spanish)

Species: Ginthiji - born from magical uplifted elephants; Athalia - imp; Maisey- human; Smokey- bomb headed humanoid Residence: Black Hat Institute (currently-all); Nairobi, Kenya (Ginthiji Tembo); Hell (Athalia Grotesque); New York, United States (Maisey Hemolock); London, England (Smokey Fawke)

Personality: They are all loyal to Ubel out of wanting to either kiss up to him or due to family ties with his mother. They all are pretty sadistic, nasty, and cruel to those who cross their path or they see as inferior from coming from lesser families.

Ginthiji is a vicious young boy who likes to bull his physical weight around and hurt those smaller than him. He although seems simple but is actually way smarter than he looks and gets the best grades of them all. He does get jealous when it appears someone gets better grades and will make their lives miserable. He will be vicious towards human members except for Maisey who he says is the exception and Ubel because he's only half human.

Athalia due to her family's long history with the Netherpits is loyal to Ubel to a fault and will not hesitate to say positive things about even though she is often abused and mistreated by him. She is very sensitive about her small size and tries to make up for it in other ways. She tends to be very sneaky and devious and is always plotting how to win thing sin Ubel's favor. She also likes listening in for juicy information that could help the group as well. She easily gets angry when Ubel is insulted and tries to get at the person who does which is often Meng's group.

Maisey seems like she is the nicest of the bunch but she also has a psychotic side that comes out when it comes to showing off her assassination skills. She takes great pride in her long lineage of assassins and will proudly proclaim it to people. She really jives with Meng due to the fact that they both come from assassin families. She has a hatred for Jia because of her closeness with Meng and will try to get rid of her to have Meng.

Smokey out of them all is the most humorous but it doesn't mean he isn't devious and malicious. He has a really nasty side that likes to make people think he's going to bomb things but then fakes them out. When he does it for real he does his real routine and blows people away who are too late to runaway. He likes causing destruction to his enemies and bringing nasty laughs while he is doing it. Background: They are Ubel's clique who follow him and his orders. They will do anything they say due to wanting his influence and because some of their families have connection to his. Ginthiji's family is a bunch of magically uplifted elephants who strike back against humanity in the name of protecting elephant kind. Athalia is from a family of imps that have served Ubel's family for generations and her parents are Ubel's mother's head minions. Maisey comes from the Hemlocks who area an assassin family based in New York and an excellent track record which is why they were often hired by the the Netherpit family a lot. Smokey Fawke comes from London, England where his family are criminals who use their bomb physiology to do criminal activity. They frequently buttheads with Meng's circle, while Maisey sports a crush on Meng and sees Lia as a rival for his affection.

* Ginthiji speaks Swahili and English.

* Ginthiji is a vegetarian due to being an elephant and loves peanut related stuff.

* Athalia and Maisey have known each other as long as Ubel.

* Smokey's family still lives in London and he visits on breaks. He has a Cockney accent and many other British mannerisms.

* Maisey has a love for New York style pizza.

* Ginthiji is often made to do Ubel's homework for him. He also is often tasked with carrying his stuff.

* Athalia usually is eager to get compliments from Ubel but due to how bratty he is that never comes.

* Athalia and Maisey are doormates.

* Ginthiji, Smokey, and Ubel are doormates as well.

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The Physiology Of The Liver

The liver is a vital organ responsible for numerous functions including metabolism, immunity, digestion, detoxification, and vitamin storage. It weighs around 2% of an adult’s body weight and is unique due to its dual blood supply from the portal vein (75%) and the hepatic artery (25%).

Cellular Structure

The liver’s functional unit is the lobule, which is hexagonal in shape. Each corner of the hexagon has a portal triad consisting of the portal vein, hepatic artery, and bile duct. The lobule is composed mainly of hepatocytes, which have distinct apical and basolateral membranes. Hepatocytes are categorized into three zones based on their function and blood supply:

Zone I (periportal region): Closest to the blood supply, involved in oxidative metabolism (e.g., gluconeogenesis, bile formation).

Zone II (pericentral region): Sits between Zones I and III.

Zone III: Farthest from the blood supply, primarily involved in detoxification and biotransformation.

Blood and bile flow in opposite directions within the liver. The space of Disse, between the hepatocytes and the sinusoidal lumen, contains Kupffer cells (macrophages) and Ito cells (fat-storing stellate cells).

Development

The liver develops from endodermal cells of the foregut as the hepatic diverticulum around the fourth week of embryonic development. It undergoes complex differentiation influenced by various pathways (e.g., Wnt/β-catenin, FGF). By the sixth week, the liver participates in hematopoiesis, and hepatocytes begin bile production by the 12th week.

Organ Systems and Functions

The liver interacts with multiple body systems:

Digestive and Metabolic Roles: Aids in digestion, stores fat-soluble vitamins, and handles cholesterol.

Hematological Functions: Produces clotting factors and proteins.

Detoxification: Metabolizes drugs and other xenobiotics through phase I (oxidation, reduction, hydrolysis) and phase II (conjugation) reactions.

Bilirubin Metabolism: Converts heme to unconjugated bilirubin, then conjugates it for excretion.

Hormonal and Protein Synthesis: Involved in thyroid hormone activation and synthesis of nearly all plasma proteins.

Related Testing

Liver function tests (LFTs), including ALT, AST, bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase, and gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase (GGT), help assess liver health. Imaging techniques like ultrasound, CT, and MRI are also employed to identify liver abnormalities.

Pathophysiology

Cirrhosis results from chronic liver injury (e.g., due to alcoholism, hepatitis B and C), leading to fibrosis and necrosis. It causes symptoms like portal hypertension, coagulopathy, and jaundice. Hepatitis viruses (A, B, C, D, E), autoimmune diseases (e.g., primary biliary cholangitis), and metabolic conditions (e.g., non-alcoholic fatty liver disease) also contribute to liver pathology.

Clinical Significance

Understanding liver physiology helps manage conditions like viral hepatitis, alcoholic liver disease, benign liver lesions, and liver cancers. Early detection through appropriate testing and management strategies is essential for preventing end-stage liver disease and improving patient outcomes

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Hippocrates

Historians accept that Hippocrates was born around 460 BC. C. on the Greek island of Cos and who throughout his life became a famous doctor and professor of medicine. However, other existing biographical data about him are probably incorrect or legendary. Soranus of Ephesus, a 2nd century Greek gynecologist, was the first biographer of Hippocrates and is the source of much of the data on his person. Information about him can also be found in the writings of Aristotle (4th century BC), in the Suda (10th century) and in the works of John Tzetzes (12th century).

The only surviving contemporary mention of Hippocrates comes from Plato's dialogue Protagoras, in which the philosopher describes him as "Hippocrates of Cos, he of the Asclepiads."

Hippocrates taught and practiced medicine throughout his life, traveling at least to Thessaly, Thrace, and the Sea of Marmara. He probably died in Larisa at the age of 83 or 90, although according to some sources he was well over 100 years old. Different stories survive about his death.

Hippocrates is considered the first doctor who rejected superstitions, legends and popular beliefs that pointed to supernatural or divine forces as the cause of diseases. Pythagoras' disciples considered him the man who united philosophy and medicine. He separated the discipline of medicine from religion, believing and arguing that illness was not a punishment inflicted by the gods, but rather the consequence of environmental factors, diet, and lifestyle habits. In fact, there is not a single mention of an alleged mystical illness in the entire Hippocratic Corpus. Despite these advances, Hippocrates worked with many convictions based on what is now known to be incorrect anatomy and physiology, such as the belief in the four humors.

The medical schools of Classical Greece were divided into two fundamental tendencies regarding how diseases had to be treated. On the one hand, the Cnidus school focused on diagnosis, while the Cos school focused on patient care and prognosis.

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Weekly Press Briefing #64: September 10th - September 16th

Welcome back to the Weekly Press Briefing, where we bring you highlights from The West Wing fandom each week, including new fics, ongoing challenges, and more! This briefing covers all things posted from September 10 - September 16, 2023! Did we miss something? Let us know; you can find our contact info at the bottom of this briefing!

Challenges/Prompts:

The following is a roundup of open challenges/prompts. Do you have a challenge or event you’d like us to promote? Be sure to get in touch with us! Contact info is at the bottom of this briefing.

@callixton is hosting The West Wing Pride Week (@twwpride here on tumblr) September 17 - 23. More details here!

Photos/Videos:

Here’s what was posted from September 10 - September 16:

Amy Landecker posted photos of herself and Bradley Whitford with their friend Arian Moayed at the Creative Coalition luncheon, where Brad presented Arian with a humanitarian award.

Bradley Whitford posted photos of himself with the directors and cast of The Gospel At Colonus, put on at the Getty Villa by the company of Chicago’s Court Theater.

Dule Hill posted reflections on the news that his show The Wonder Years has been cancelled.

Marlee Matlin posted a photo of herself and her friend Alexis Kashar sporting LOVE SIGN ASL shirts for their rival football teams.

Marlee Matlin posted photos of herself with her son Brandon, along with a sweet birthday wish, for his 23rd birthday.

Marlee Matlin posted in honor of National Sober Day, saying she is grateful for her 36 years of sobriety.

Mary McCormack posted photos of her family saying goodbye to her daughter Rose as she goes off to college for the year.

Mary McCormack posted a photo of her youngest daughter with a wish for her 12th birthday.

Melissa Fitzgerald reposted a photo from her friend Jon Lovitz taken when he was helping her run lines for her upcoming performance of Love Letters at the Kennedy Center with Martin Sheen.

Peter James Smith posted a cute childhood photo of himself with some of his siblings.

Rob Lowe posted a photo of his dog Daisy.

Bird York posted a photo of herself with Dave Hodge.

Editors’ Choice:

This week, we’re sharing some of our favorite stories that take us on an emotional roller coaster. Enjoy our recs for fics tagged “angst with a happy ending”! Be sure to share your favorites, too.

no one won the war by mmousik | Rated T | Leo McGarry & Toby Ziegler (No Pairings Listed) | Complete | “What happened?” “The war happened, Toby,” Leo said it like it were obvious, but Toby heard the blank, conceded tone as clear as day. “And serving my country was something every man did. It wasn't noble nor heroic to read from pages when there were people getting shot and crawling through dead bodies. I wanted to protect my county, not read about it. There was a time for reading and studying and writing, and it had long passed by the time I had enlisted myself.” Toby and Leo have an emotionally charged conversation about war.

i’ve got a blank space baby (and i’ll write your name) by sam_writes_fics for JessBakesCakes | Rated M | Josh Lyman/Donna Moss | Complete | No one knows how or why the marks started appearing – some say it’s a physiological phenomenon brought on by evolution, others say it’s divine intervention – but the world changed seemingly overnight into a place where the stars align for those brave enough to ask for it. // soulmate au

let my love fix you up (when you're coming undone) by JessBakesCakes for hufflepuffhermione | Rated T | Josh Lyman/Donna Moss | Complete | The Gaza Arc reimagined: what if Sam flew to Germany to make sure his friends didn't miss their third chance?

hope is a dangerous thing for a woman like me to have- but I have it by IreneSpring | Rated T | C. J. Cregg/Kate Harper, Danny Concannon/C.J. Cregg | Complete | C.J. ends her relationship with Danny and begins a new life in California.

but i could only look down by smallandblueandloud | Rated G | C. J. Cregg/Toby Ziegler, C. J. Cregg/Andrea Wyatt/Toby Ziegler | Complete | “CJ,” he says, bracing himself for the big guns. “CJ, tell me you don’t love us and I’ll drop it. Tell me you left because you didn’t love us anymore, and I will walk out of this room and we can never speak of this again.” “Toby-” (or, it's been years since cj walked out on toby and andy, and he's ready to ask her to come back. things don't go to plan.)

Everything Else by piperset | Rated G | Danny Concannon/C.J. Cregg | Complete | The aftermath of "Institutional Memory."

It looks like we're stuck with tumblr's new post word limits for the foreseeable future, but stay tuned for our reblog with this week's fics and chapter updates!

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