#Spoiler clout

[1929crash]

Austrian Anschluss 2, May 2022

Adolf Hitler painted a ginger Holy Mother Mary holding an orange-haired Baby Jesus in 1913, after Race Suicide fanatic Theodore Roosevelt backed the Socialist income tax and split the Republican party with his Progressive Party candidacy. A hundred years later, this prophecy finds its movement… September 2013: The Alternative für Germany political party, dedicated to nativist, Christian,…

[swordfangs]

she will never recover

[mossytrashcan]

radically accepting my grimy, cronchy art tendencies

(also, this is just an old sketch I decided to render a bit. I promise that this level of productivity from me is abnormal)

[maul-of-shame]

[ABOUT "THE RINGS OF POWER" RUMOURS GOING AROUND:]

Sooooooooo, I’ve been seeing this swirling storm of chaos over on Twitter and Tumblr, and it seems like shippers (and non-shippers alike) are whipping themselves into a frenzy over this “Amazon Preview program” post. People are panicking, spinning theories, and already mourning the show as if the Valar themselves have announced its doom.

First of all—breathe, besties. Lemme grab those reins before y’all ride headfirst into Mount Doom on a horse named Speculation. Let’s take a step back, re-saddle our ponies of reason, and navigate this mess with a clear head. Because honestly? This panic spiral isn’t doing anyone any good, and it’s time we address it properly.

This post claiming to be from someone in the Amazon Preview program has thrown out the idea that The Rings of Power might get canceled, based on one alleged survey question asking how viewers would feel about such a possibility.

Naturally and obviously, that one sentence has snowballed into chaos: shippers blaming each other, Haladriels claiming to be the sole saviors of the show, and everyone else clutching their lembas bread wondering if this truly spells the end of Amazon’s multi-billion-dollar endeavor.

Spoiler alert: It doesn’t.

But before we dive into why, let’s lay this out clearly. Speculation without evidence is just that—speculation. Right now, this rumor has the same credibility as Gollum’s “juicy fish” promises. So, let’s chill out for a second, untangle the web of panic, and address this mess calmly, because trust me, The Rings of Power is not about to vanish into the West just yet.

1. No proof = no panic. While the original poster claims to be part of the Amazon Preview program, we have no concrete evidence that this survey or its specific question even exists. I'm sorry that's not me being mean, that's a fact. Until Amazon makes an official statement, take this with a grain of salt. Let’s not give ourselves heart palpitations over unverified claims. We don’t need to borrow worry from the future.

2. Viewership ≠ Haladriels alone. I’m sorry (not really), but this idea that Haladriels are the "main audience" and thus the show’s sole reason for survival? Nope. Stop right there. While the Haladriel fandom is vocal and sizable, they are not the entire viewership. Millions of people around the world are tuning in for the larger story of Middle-earth, the intricate lore, the stunning visuals, and their own favorite characters and dynamics—whether that’s Elrond & Galadriel, Durin & Disa, the Harfoots, or even Arondir's badass moments. Amazon didn’t pour half a billion dollars into a single ship.

Haladriels, who are you? The dwarves showing up at the last minute to the Siege of Eregion, claiming to be the sole saviors of the battle? Let’s pump the brakes on this idea, because while your contributions to the fandom are visible and often loud, you are not the entire viewer base. You’re part of the tapestry of fans, not the whole thing.

Yes, you’re passionate. Yes, you create fan art, fanfics, and engage actively in discussions. And yes, maybe you’re a good chunk of the audience (you are).

But—and I cannot stress this enough—you are not the majority of viewers Amazon is depending on for the show’s success.

The show has millions of viewers globally, and a good number of them don’t EVEN engage with shipping.

They’re here for the lore, the spectacle, the drama, or maybe just to see an elf and a dwarf bicker their way into a beautiful friendship.

Amazon’s decisions about the show—renewals, budgets, story arcs—aren’t hinging on one ship. They’re analyzing data from a massive, global audience across dozens of countries, not just the trending tags on Twitter or Tumblr. And even if Haladriels make up a decent slice of the pie, it’s not the whole bakery. This is Middle-earth, not a kingdom under one banner.

While the ship is part of the fandom's flavor, it is not the main course. This isn’t me throwing shade—it’s me asking for a reality check, from one passionate fan to another.

And just so we’re clear—this isn’t me throwing shade because I ship Elrondriel (Elrond/Galadriel). Trust me, I know my ship isn’t the entire audience either. Elrondriel shippers are a passionate, creative, and dedicated part of the fandom, but we’re also just one piece of the puzzle, just like Haladriels are. Believe me, we’re in the same fandom boat here—just sailing with different banners.

I understand the urge to feel like your ship carries the weight of the fandom. When you’re surrounded by incredible art, fic, metas, and headcanons that fuel your love for a pairing, it’s easy to think, "We’re the backbone of this fandom!" But the truth? We’re all in this together, and none of us—not Haladriels, not Elrondriels, not any ship—can claim to be the be-all and end-all of The Rings of Power audience.

We might feel strongly about our pairings, but the reality is that shipping communities are just one part of the much larger audience Amazon considers when making decisions. There are fans who aren’t on Tumblr, Twitter, or AO3, fans who aren’t debating ships, and fans who might not even care about romance in the show at all (I know, wild concept, but they exist!). They’re here for the epic battles, the exploration of Middle-earth, and the overarching story.

So, no, this isn’t a case of “my ship is better” or “your ship doesn’t matter.” It’s about perspective. I care about fandom health and fandom spaces, no matter the ship. I’m here advocating for all of us to recognize that we’re not the sole audience Amazon is catering to—and that’s okay. We’re all contributing to the fandom in different ways, and that’s something worth celebrating.

So to Haladriels feeling like the show’s fate rests on your shoulders, let me reassure you, that you have to produce and produce and produce: it doesn’t.

The show’s survival isn’t riding on Elrondriel either, nor on any single faction of fans.

We’re all part of the audience, but none of us are the entire audience.

The fellowship of fans is vast and diverse, and while we might be rowing in different directions sometimes, we’re still in the same boat when it comes to loving this world and wanting the best for it.

We might not ship the same thing, but we share the same love for this story and the passion to see it thrive. So let’s focus on that instead of spiraling into ship-centric fearmongering. Let’s celebrate what we love, stay creative, and keep contributing to this incredible fandom in ways that uplift us all.

3. Bezos isn’t walking away. The Rings of Power is Jeff Bezos’s lovechild. He and his family are reportedly huge fans of the Tolkien franchise. Love him or hate him, Bezos is not the kind of person to let a project this massive—one of the most expensive shows ever made—flounder without giving it every possible chance to succeed. The man is prideful, and he’s not just going to bow out because of mixed reception in its first season or something. If anything, he’ll double down, exert even more control, and pump the breaks on creative risks to bring the show in line with mainstream expectations.

You can even check this right here, which is from a trusted source:

You can also see this article and passage here:

As part of that investment Amazon MGM Studios recently acquired Bray Studios, where “Rings of Power” is filmed. Can we take that as indication that the show, which shot its first season in New Zealand, is staying in the U.K.?

JS: I think you can. Why not? No plans to move it. Very excited about it.

How have you found the reaction to Season 2?

JS: Obviously very different marketing levels and all of that [to Season 1]. But that being said, over 55 million people at this point have engaged since Season 2 launched. And if you look at the long-term trajectory, which is how this company looks at an asset like that, this is a long-term investment in that franchise. […] There’s well over 150 million viewers watching and engaging with the show. So I feel really good. I think we all do.

Is there any change to the 50-episode commitment?

JS: I don’t think so. [That] commitment is never the thing that’s driving what we’re doing. We’ll continue to make the show as long as we see global customers loving it and watching it to the point where — it is a business. Obviously, we need a large amount of people showing up. And there are a large amount of people, so there’s no debate about whether or not the show will continue.

4. "Cancelled" doesn’t mean what people think it does. Even if Amazon is “mulling over” decisions for Season 3, this doesn’t mean the show is on the chopping block. It’s standard practice for large-scale productions to reassess budgets, strategies, and audience reception to refine their approach. It doesn’t spell doom; it spells adjustments. Given the scope of The Rings of Power, Amazon likely planned for this to be a long-term investment and would have accounted for a slower start. Building trust and an audience takes time—just ask any successful franchise.

5. Let’s calm the Fellowship down. Worrying about every rumor floating around is exhausting. It’s like trying to outrun a Nazgûl while barefoot in Mordor. We don’t need that energy in our fandom right now. Yes, we can be critical of the show. Yes, we can hope for improvements. But the speculation about the series getting canned before Season 3 even airs is unnecessary noise that only feeds negativity and add worries to already existing conflicts.

TL;DR:

I’m not here to sound like your mom or anything—but if it helps, think of me as your friendly neighborhood Gandalf (minus the fireworks but with plenty of snacks). I’m just here to calm things down before we all start marching out of Hobbiton over a rumor that has absolutely no solid ground to stand on. This whole situation is snowballing—and let’s be honest, it’s not even winter yet.

This post that everyone’s spiraling over? The one about surveys and cancellation questions? It comes with exactly zero proof.

No screenshots, no corroboration, nothing to confirm it’s legit beyond someone’s words on the internet.

I’m not saying it’s impossible, but without evidence, it’s like claiming to have the One Ring but refusing to show even a glimpse of it. Sounds a little sus, right?

Look, I get it. The wording is scary. “How would you feel about cancellation?” is enough to make anyone who loves the show clutch their lembas in fear. But panicking and spreading unverified claims like wildfire isn’t helping anyone. It’s like rallying the Rohirrim before you even know what you’re riding to face—take a breath, assess, and then make decisions.

Until we hear something concrete, let’s not let this post stir the pot unnecessarily. The show is far too big to just disappear overnight, and Bezos’s pride alone will probably ensure we at least get to see this through. Let’s focus on enjoying what we have, continuing to provide feedback where we can, and sharing the love of this sprawling, beautiful world Tolkien inspired.

It’s a single claim from an unverified source with no screenshots, no corroboration, and no concrete evidence. Until we see something legitimate, this is just another shadow in the Misty Mountains of Fandom Panic™.

With everything I’ve mentioned—the insane budget, Bezos’s personal attachment, and the fact that Amazon has already made long-term commitments to the show—there’s little reason to think it’s on the chopping block. Is it possible they’re retooling it or adjusting things? Sure, that happens with every major series. But outright canceling the biggest, most ambitious project in their streaming history? That’s a huge leap, and frankly, it doesn’t line up with what we know about how Amazon operates (or how Bezos’s ego works).

So let’s not get sucked into the Eye of Sauron-level drama without solid proof.

I get that the idea of the show being in jeopardy is unsettling—Rings of Power means a lot to so many of us for so many different reasons. But until there’s something concrete, let’s not fall prey to baseless fear. Hold fast, steer your boats true, and don’t let panic steer you off course. Keep your lembas close, your theories reasonable, and your hearts hopeful. After all, not all rumors that spread doom are gold.

Bezos and his family love this series. The man isn’t going to let his shiny billion-dollar baby get canceled quietly.

Let’s channel some hobbit energy—grab a snack, take a deep breath, and wait for actual confirmation before we assume doom and gloom. We’ve weathered plenty of storms in this fandom, and this? This is just a passing cloud until we know otherwise. Stay calm, my friends. Middle-earth wasn’t built in a day, and neither are Amazon’s decisions. 🌿

[medusas-graveyard]

Rumors has it...

Regardless of what one may believe, Phantom's fate has been written in the stars long before he had even existed. It's a simple matter; to keep the time stream and fate of the entirety of life in place. It doesn't matter weather or not the young boy had died by the age of 14, one way or another he will die, and he will become a Halfa.

And as such, his main purpose of existence is to serve the Infinite Realms. He may be young and inexperienced but it's alright, those who've died from so long ago will help and navigate him; much like Time himself and the boundless keeper. One might think of him as a doll in the hands of time, and one would be correct; the doll served as a peace keeper between chaos and hope.

Rumors fly around that the ancients were the ones in control behind of the crowned prince. The rumors are not...true, so to say, but it is close. Every action made by the prince is not driven by the old ghosts, but it is influenced.

...very heavily influenced.

So this is where it landed to at the present. Bruce Batman watched as his son Phantom pause the moment shadows and silhouettes of figures he was unfamiliar with whisper to his ear. Each of them look frantic, and Phantom's eyes are unseeing as the figures seemingly argue with each other in the presence of the Justice League.

This was no longer his son or the Charon;

This was the crowned prince of the Infinite Realms.

[hellyeahpancakes]

i finished mtmte (not yet started lost light). Have this thing i made after reading the Brainstorm invents time travel because he has a crush on an Ugly Man (perfectly relatable response) arc

I took an actually ungodly amount of screenshots while reading this comic. Mostly of cyclonus tbh

Usually, being "niche fave guy" is an ego boost i love reserving for myself, but im willing to lay aside my pride and be a cyclonus girlie like the rest of yall he is just so. ah. the old man ever

[dekupalace]

and yet there's no human in my reflection

hello again isatheads! I have returned with a siffrin + loop playlist full of metaphors and imagery that probably only I will understand. enjoy some self-loathing jams that will keep getting longer over time cause I never know when to stop adding songs lmao (non-romantic sifloop/sloop, cover made by me with art by insertdisc5!)

[bugoutreviewgirlie]

Tomoe when Gabriel is throwing hands with a teenager and literally changing the fabric of reality

[blue-cat-shitposts]

Your honor, they’re babies

(psst! You can see this piece on Deviantart, too!)

[1929crash]

Jesus Caucus Republicans

I contribute to the Chase Oliver campaign, NOT the mystical bigoted Republican-infiltrated, ruined LP. Chase gets votes for 10¢ apiece!

The Jesus Caucus has turned the national Libertarian Party into a superstitious splinter sect Today’s text is grabbed from this anarcho-public domain blog: (link) Some state affiliates, after accepting representation at the convention, participating in the convention, and thereby obligating themselves to honor the results of the convention, announced that they had no intention of doing so. For…

[deadendtracks]

the thing about jill stein et all is they crawl out of the woodwork every four years claiming to be the only moral candidate, and they may even (on paper) share all of your political views, but they are never going to win.

because they haven't put in the work! they never do!

putting in the work would be running local candidates and building support and running state wide races and running for senate/the house etc. it would be building an actual party, not trotting out every so often to literally be a spoiler, and yes, i'm sorry, after watching so many elections during my adult life hinge on these fuckers, that's what they are.

because they are not serious people.

does voting for them make you feel personally better in your feelings? okay. but what actual practical good is any of that doing. nothing. it's doing fucking nothing. worse than nothing.

[lizmitches]

spoiler vid for monday!

[oluka]

Iron Man (1968) #232 // Invincible Iron Man (2022) #17

[melonymint753]

[Hades 2 datamined content alert]

There's a dialogue I found pretty early on that is, as of now, still impossible to get without hacking. Initially I assumed it was a mistake, but then the patch that fixed certain dialogue not playing came and went, and it's still hidden, which is slowly driving me insane:

(This is hacked content. You will be spoiled even if you've finished with all the game in its current state.)

Transcript

Melinoë: You saw what happened... what Chronos did to Mother, and my brother, and the rest. Where are they? Where is he holding them?

Hades: My knowledge of this is not up-to-date. He... made everybody stop, somehow. I saw them, still as stone; not petrified exactly but ensnared, in the Great Hall of the House. He must have stored them someplace else inside...

Melinoë: Even when I'm able to vanquish Chronos on a given night, most of the House is sealed off, and I'm unable to remain for long. How can we break them out...?

Hades: Perhaps if you ask the Titan very nicely, he shall comply? Daughter, I know of no way to undo his work, and have no wisdom to impart. But this, I can provide.

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Why is this still hidden? It doesn't really spoil anything. The second flashback already shows the rest of the House members being frozen, and the Chronos battle shows that they're no longer in the Great Hall. Unless the fact that Mel wants to try rescuing everyone is a spoiler, something that many people are already assuming.

It even feels like an early access exclusive conversation - most of the House is sealed off, and Mel can't do much before getting kicked out via the Void of Unfinished Content.

So what does it mean, that the devs are still keeping this hidden? Are they going to add this in the next patch? But does that imply we still won't get progress in the House, since Mel still won't be able to stay long :(

An alternate implication is that this is intended for the full release, which means that even then, the first few wins in the underworld won't lead to rescuing anyone.

Best case scenario is either they haven't gotten to my bug report, or are keeping this in to keep file browsers like me distracted.

[randomminty]

Ive only got sv in the brain right now

[great-cats]

Compress animated

This bonus shot made me giggle