#Rules of the Lair

[jicklet]

Game Night at the Evil Lair Bonus:

[cornistasiathecoblinking]

A year later and I’m scrolling through the Megamind tag and actually seeing some positivity about Megamind Rules.

Nature is healing

[ranticore]

What is revelation's endgame here? I understand he is creating a cult and probably looking for vengeance but does he have enough people to defeat even a single somewhat big wyrm? Or IS he doing something else entirely with those ppl?

At the moment it's just going on a revenge march to some of its old colleagues (the wyrms who swore in court that ending the world was all rev's idea) to pick a fight. The issue is that it's population density that draws crawling beasts, so wyrms rely on their towns and congregations to act as bait in their metaphorical spiderwebs. A big battle between cultists and villagers would harm both wyrms, while drawing massive floods of crawling beasts so instead it's going to fight the wyrms directly. They are usually protected by their townsfolk but hey, there's a shiny new cult in town with their golden calf. If you have no qualms about using magic you can easily bind more people to your bidding. And then everyone can just go, march away.... leaving an injured wyrm dead or starving

I don't think there's a coldly defined endgame, I think it's a series of "we'll cross that bridge when we get there"s and choices made in passion. Revelation never thought it would leave its own tomb, let alone recover enough to go anywhere. So the first time it took a fight to a wyrm was an impulse, but it worked, so it happened again and again. The marching procession across the land began to grow into an army. I think the endgame is just "make them pay"

[batfossil-fr]

Which of your dragons would you say is your most favorite, and why?

this is a very tough decision...

I think most favorite has to be Cup, he's just my silly guy. I adore his colors and his eye matching and even though I really don't have much planned for him, I feel like he's just my FR icon at this point (literally and figuratively). my FR-sona. my guy

but I have so many honorable mentions after him, putting together a strict top 5 list of favs would kill me. so consider these guys all tied for #2

Cozan/Chaxu, Molossus, Aixide, Dyhemo, Rodinia, Pajiha... etc etc etc

[churchofsatannews]

Satansplain #060 – The 11 Satanic Rules of the Earth

The 11 Satanic Rules of the Earth! While they’re straightforward for most Satanists, Satansplain addresses common questions and misconceptions about things like “lairs”, “mating signals”, “destroying”, “magic”, and other details. Please follow this link to enjoy Satansplain #060.

[fwwerabtry]

Wasn't expecting a therapy retreat in the Feywild, that's for sure

…Holy. Shit. Casually dropping a Time Stop just because Fearne's friends asked for some time. I am so fucking glad she's on their side.

…say what now about Birdie?

Say what nana?

Seriously though, what's Birdie's secret? Does Fearne have Infernal heritage or something?

I think this is one of my favorite eps of c3.

[onlyfoils]

Should Secret Lairs Remain Secret?

Magic: The Gathering has always been a game of evolution. From its humble beginnings with limited card art and no foil options, to the explosion of alternate art treatments we see today, the game has constantly adapted to player desires and market trends. But has this evolution gone too far? We've gone from the excitement of pulling a single, rare foil in a booster pack to some cards in the recent Aetherdrift set boasting six different art/printing variations. Is this too much? Are we drowning in a sea of "special" treatments, diluting what made them special in the first place?

Remember when foil cards were a rare and exciting pull? Now, most standard play boosters contain at least one. This wider availability of foils mirrors the trajectory of alternate art treatments. What was once a unique offering, primarily confined to Secret Lair Drops, has become increasingly prevalent within standard set releases. These Secret Lairs, initially a way for players to opt-in to unique and often wacky art styles, provided a dedicated space for the truly out-there designs. They allowed players to curate their collections with the styles they loved, without forcing them upon those who preferred the classic Magic aesthetic.

However, the lines have blurred. Sets like Aetherdrift showcase some of the most divisive artwork in recent memory. While some players embrace the bold, unconventional styles, others feel alienated by them. This has led to a split in the player base, with pre-release events and online forums buzzing with debate. Anecdotal evidence from recent pre-releases suggests that the "funky" artworks and card treatments in Aetherdrift have been particularly controversial, creating two distinct camps of opinion.

This isn’t the first time Wizards of the Coast has tried to inject more "fun" into the game. Project Booster Fun, launched a few years ago, aimed to address a perceived demand for more special artwork cards. However, this initiative was scaled back due to unintended negative consequences. It appears that the initial concept, whilst well-intentioned, began to negatively impact the game as a whole. This scaling back demonstrates that even Wizards of the Coast have realised that maybe they have gone too far in flooding the market with different card variations.

In my opinion, a few special treatments as chase cards are a welcome addition. They add excitement and collectability. However, when everything is special, nothing is special. The value and impact of these treatments are diminished when they become ubiquitous. It's like that old saying: if you shout all the time, no one hears you when you really need to be heard.

Furthermore, while I appreciate artistic expression, I believe that unique or showcase artwork included in standard set releases should still adhere to the templating rules of standard card design and remain in keeping with the set's aesthetic. Whacky, cartoony, sparkly, glittery, or otherwise unusual cards have a place, but that place should be in optional offerings like Secret Lairs. Players should be able to choose to pursue these styles, knowing exactly what they are getting. They shouldn't be forced upon players who are simply looking for the standard MTG gaming experience.

This also feeds into the ongoing debate around Universes Beyond and IPs outside of MTG being included. Many players feel that these crossovers, while sometimes interesting, detract from the core fantasy world and experience of Magic: The Gathering.

The question remains: should Secret Lairs remain secret? Or has Wizards of the Coast lost its focus when it comes to unique card treatments and their use? The Aetherdrift controversy highlights the growing tension between artistic experimentation and the core MTG experience.

What do you think? Are you a fan of the increasing number of alternate art treatments, or do you prefer the classic Magic aesthetic? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Let's discuss the future of card art in Magic: The Gathering!

[pequene-ninho]

All i want is sarcophagus for gaolers come onnnnn baby.

[officiallairgames]

Sorry, one more question.

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[cormorant-red]

gee lightning how come you get BOTH of the best breeds?

[darklordiiid]

We're starting this month of March with some luscious Asari goodness, courtesy of Liara and Aria of Mass Effect!

Aria's face tattoo ended up being perhaps a little more subtle than I would've liked, but every time I really went ham on it it ended up looking bad, soooo I've just settled on this. XD If you prefer just imagine her as some random purple Asari, haha.

But! Despite that I absolutely LOVE these poses! They turned out so damn good.

This is also like the fourth piece I've done with Asari bathing in milk, apparently it's a fixation. I have no idea why. Enjoy.

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[bernardstiller]

I'd probably be meaner than usual if not for The Evil Lair crew on Discord.

you don't have to accept an entire fandom to enjoy it. fandom can be your 3 friends and a corn chip and honestly that's gonna make you much happier in the long run.

[falling-pixie]

DAY #2 of 12 Days of Megamind: Evil Lair ❤ Lookie look! A fanfic with no shipping in it 😨 This is new territory for me lol This was a little idea I had a long time ago that finally materialized into words. Wanted to do a cool poster for it but 🤷‍♀️ Hopefully it's as creepy and enjoyable as I had imagined!

12 Days of Megamind - Evil Lair (973 words) by Falling_Pixie Fandom: Megamind (2010) Rating: General Audiences Characters: Megamind (Megamind), Roxanne Ritchi Summary: DAY #2 of 12 Days of Megamind: Evil Lair Slowly inching her way across the open threshold, making her way past dark corridors and various metal parts that lined the floor, Roxanne Richi walked carefully into the lair of the notorious supervillain Megamind. Months of research and days of studying local maps had accumulated to this very moment.

[mikka-minns]

But have we tried, Wukong?

As the guy who’s done no less than three Chinese mafia redesigns for Wukong, you have no idea how absolutely vindicated I feel by this movie’s art direction

[evilminji]

Okay, you know how bird don't ACTUALLY look the way we think they do?

They are far more colorful? But only to the eyes of other birds?

And it has to do with how light reflects off them and how their eyes are shaped etc etc.?

Well..... humans can see the most shades of green, right? But! We sure as shit can't see UltaViolet and InfraRed? Or shades BEYOND those. Ectoplasmic colors. Magical ones. Third eye, need to see with your SOUL type ones.

Danny? Could very well still have lil baby "kitten's eyes who haven't open yet" syndrome.

He thinks the Zone is Green and his hair is white.

But it's not.

His hair is Starlight colored. Frost. His suit is specifically "the void between stars" colored. Which looks... different? Then black? No, no, guys. How can you guys not see it? It looks REALLY different! How did he not NOTICE before?! They're not ever CLOSE to the same shade! It's like calling salmon and hot pink the same. You know... if you were to compare an actual fish and some irradiated, violently glowing version of "hot pink".

......guys?

His gloves are.... guys, these ares stars. Pressed so close together there's no gap. His body is the night sky, all rearranged. He's wearing SPACE, guys.

*continues to stare at his gloves for the next five hours*

Now... why is this relevant? Because! Danny slowly, as all humans do, adjusts! It's like finally having glasses after years of blurry vision. He... forgets, what it was like, not NOT See Zone Colors. Not completely, mind you, but enough he has to be reminded.

And the Zone? A Realm of the Dead. Specifically, the great catch-all and highway of the Dead. They get EVERYBODY. Misfits and vagabonds. Those who don't quite fit. Funky lil dudes. And of course, assholes, but everybody has those! See, Zone colors?

Are DIFFERENT.

They're all of um!

It's like looking at the technicolor, stobe light, multi galaxies in one, Sun. Tingly(tm)!!! You get used to it. What helps? Is that as garish as the Zone is? The painting and grand tapestry of it all? Keeps changing. Like weather. If it's too much for you, you can stay inside your Lair until the current Color changes. Until the designs shift. Vibe changes.

There are even glasses for that! "Temperate" areas for people to set up, that get headaches or are just... kinda killjoys. Too each their own. Though the stormy areas? Those guys are freaks. Watch out for those guys. They're the kind who stare directly are stars until their eyes burn out.

Where was I? Oh yeah! Danny!

No longer a wee baby, smol baby, twig-o!

Sad. We miss it.

But he did get used to Seeing The Colors. Got a handle on his powers. And! Finally worked with his parents on how to safely turn the portal OFF. There was much booing. Cries of "kill joy" and "booo! You suck!". But? Like? Dude DID have the right to protect his home. Go to college. What can you do?

Problem with THAT is? Baby grew into his "built like a brick shit house of constantly running off to literally tackle the Supernatural excellence" Fenton genetics. He Tall. Muscles! And he PUMPING out "somethings fucked up with me" Vibes!

Add in his DEEPLY Sus off hand comments. Weird ability to tell when someone has or is about to die. Basic immunity to the cold. Fuckin EYE GLOW?

Ha ha... *Horror movie screams from his college dorm mates*

Clearly a demon!

He gets kicked out. Well... not kicked out. He's a model student and broken no rules. They'd never survive the lawsuit. But... he's? STRONGLY INCOURAGED to finish his education elsewhere. Repeatedly. By like... 15 colleges.

Sam is not just livid, she's actively foaming at the mouth.

Breathe, Sam! Remember what your doctor said! Your mortal body can't handle that kinda Vengance spiral! Think of your blood pressure! Breathe!!! (Were not for the laws of this land... and the weak, fleshy constraints of her mortal form!)

Thankfully? Tucker's been interning, remotely of course, with Wayne Industries. He asked his manager where he could find some of those scholarship forms. (Since Gotham University is just a touch out of Danny's price range.) Manager wanted to know why. And oh! Oh holy shit. Apparently? Danny is the hot new office gossip.

People in the main office are OUTRAGED. Danny's "too spooky"?! Too FUCKIN SPOOKY!? Are you KIDDING THEM? Even juicier, a Meta kid from some wacky ghost hunters turned scientists. From a line of Supernatural hunters. Wants to be a aeronautics engineer.

Ooooooh how SPOOKY! Better watch out! He'll design an ENGINE at yooooou!

Fuckin casuals. Non-Gothamites are WEAK. "Too scary" their collective asses. Yeah, maybe the kid SHOULD come too Gotham. He can be the weird kid. Mildly unsettling or something. His powers won't be SHIT in Gotham. Just remind him to buy a gas mask.

So! Danny gets his Scholarship! Merrily packs his bags for darker, Gothic hellscape hills. Unaware... that Constantine has been following reports of a "demon" that he's? 80% sure is a Banshee but MIGHT be a winter spirt with a shtick? For the past 13 colleges. He's getting closer. And this sucker is a strong one.

Not "this is going to cause me serious, life imperilling danger" strong. But more? "Man, that cat is HUUUUUGE". Could he still get mauled a lil? Yeah. Scratched to all hell and back? Probably! But DIE? Unlikely.

He just needs to know why the FUCK this spirit his hanging around colleges.

Which is made harder... by the fact that what HE sees? And what OTHER people see? When they look at this guy? Separate things. Yeah, he'd LOVE to give you guys a description! IF HE HAD ONE.

@the-witchhunter @hdgnj @hdgnj @spidori @babbling-babull @nerdpoe @lolottes

[zerohitpoints]

Young dragons and wyrmlings do not get Lair Actions or Regional Effects.

Lair actions and regional effects belong to legendary creatures that spend a lot of time in their lairs. For more information, see “A Legendary Creature’s Lair” in the “Monster Manual” (p. 11). Young dragons and wyrmlings aren’t […] Do young dragons and wyrmlings have lair actions or regional effects?