#Synkroniciti

[lauriebfrankel]

My essay, "Angkor Wat," was included in Synkroniciti's issue "Broken" - out today!

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[yugiohcardsdaily]

Synkron Resonator

"If a Synchro Monster is on the field, you can Special Summon this card (from your hand). You can only Special Summon 'Synkron Resonator' once per turn this way. If this card is sent from the field to the GY: You can target 1 'Resonator' monster in your GY, except 'Synkron Resonator'; add it to your hand."

[fellow-traveller]

So...my JoJo OC, I guess...

Coppola Gatto, or as I call him, Il Gatto, with his Stand, Synkronized.

He's a villain, I supposed, in the setting of Part 5. His Stand's power is teleportation, with a range of about 10-15m. Basically how it works is that, from point A, Gatto will direct Synk to where he wants to go (point B). Synk will move at lightspeed to B, and once it arrives, Gatto will appear in a blink at B.

If there's an obstacle between A and B, like a wall or a person, Synk can move past without causing any damage to the obstacle. Which makes Gatto's job as a thief pretty easy. However, if the obstacle is at point B, Synk will appear through the obstacle and once Gatto arrives, whatever part of the obstacle that touches Synk will get erased into the void to make way for Gatto. Which...could seriously injure or kill, should that unfortunate obstacle be a person.

Think about it like X-Men's Nightcrawler having Vanilla's Stand Cream.

I made him to counter Hol Horse's shooting speed and infinite bullets, so as a challenge, the enemy has to be at least as fast as light. I only offset him on his strength and durability, meaning if a Stand can go up to speed with Synk's movement (like The World or King Crimson), Synk can be maimed.

I don't develop Gatto's background much. He's probably 19 or 20. Obviously an expert thief. I was planning to have him as part of a small thief gang that has no connection with Passione, with gangmates that have Stands of their own, but I'm afraid if I develop that more, I might feel obliged to actually make a spin-off of my own there...

So yeah. I feel embarrassed sharing this because I don't always share my OCs, more so OCs from already established premises. And I can understand if the design for this one is somewhat problematic, given that my main reference is the band Jamiroquai, and I tried my best to tone it down (except the colours; I think I made Gatto's attire too colourful...)

Also, reference dump:

Not sure when else I will draw this OC...maybe a fight between him and Hol next?

[nasty-hellbread]

10apr2023

small b-day gift for @fellow-traveller with their cute ocs :3

[turbonini]

at first i was like jamiroquai as a joke but guys

[pink-ego-box]

Song Of The Week

Falling - Jamiroquai

“Should I wait for you love

Or am I waiting in vain

Somebody help me, 'cause I'm falling

Head over heals in love again”

[cookie-nigel-dolan]

Jamiroquai  //  Where Do We Go from Here?  –  Synkronized  (1999)

[doyoulikethissong-poll]

Jamiroquai - Deeper Underground 1998

"Deeper Underground" is a single by British funk and acid jazz band Jamiroquai from the soundtrack to the 1998 film Godzilla. The song was also included as a bonus track on the UK version of the group's fourth studio album, Synkronized, as well as on the special edition of the group's fifth album, A Funk Odyssey (2001). Released in Japan in May 1998 and in the UK two months later, "Deeper Underground" became a hit in several countries, giving Jamiroquai their only number one single on the UK Singles Chart.

The Godzilla soundtrack debuted at number two on the Billboard 200. The album was commercially successful, being certified platinum in the US, Japan, and New Zealand; gold in Australia, and 3x platinum in Canada. It was #56 on the Billboard chart of 1998's best-selling albums, having sold 1.3 million copies in the US by the end of 1998.

"Deeper Underground" received a total of 66,8% yes votes! Previous Jamiroquai polls: #72 "Virtual Insanity".

[haveyoulistenedtothisalbum-poll]

Tracklist:

Canned Heat • Planet Home • Black Capricorn Day • Soul Education • Falling • Destitute Illusions • Supersonic • Butterfly • Where Do We Go From Here? • King For A Day • Deeper Underground [Hidden Track]

Submitter's Note: Canned Heat was famously used during the iconic dance scene in Napoleon Dynamite, and was many people's introduction to the band. Deeper Underground was specifically written for the 1998 Godzilla movie, and does very briefly appear in it- quietly, in the background. Most esoterically, the intro to Soul Education was used as "Gendo's Theme" in the now 20+ years old(!) Evangelion parody fandub "Evangelion: ReDeath".

Spotify ♪ YouTube

[quppty]

timm's favorite jamiroquai album would be synkronized

[fellow-traveller]

I think I finally finalised the design for that JoJo OC, Cappello Gatto I made, and his Stand Synkronized. I just need to think of colours tho...maybe next week. I still have some CDDH to finish  (ﾟωﾟ；)

I guess my biggest inspiration for his design is the band Jamiroquai. Since the Stand’s power is teleportation, I incorporated a compass in its design as well.

Now, this is the part I’m a little nervous about. Since I used Jamiroquai as the main inspiration, it’s blatantly obvious that I’m incorporating the stereotypical design of a Western version of “Red Indians” that the band used pretty extensively...and I’m aware it shows. And while it is amusing to kinda realise that I’m playing into the typical old school Western trope of cowboy vs Red Indian with Hol and Gatto as enemies, I can’t shake the feeling that I just did something bad. Racist, if you will. 

I’m not well versed with the opinions of others on this Western trope, so if it’s leaning on the negative, I’ll just slow down on drawing Gatto in the future.

[forcedevil]

16 musictober

jamiroquai - synkronized

tears were welling in her eyes, but she dont need em.

[satanmelder]

Henret fik lov at åbne ballet på Dødsgangen. De friske fyre spiller deathcore, og musikken er tilsyneladende skrevet til synkron headbanging og er fri for uvelkomne kreative indfald uden for genrens konventioner. Her er et band med federe merch end sangmateriale, skønt potentialet synes indfriet, og entusiastismen er medbragt.

[finnjonesdaily]

Directed by Coerte Voorhees, who also worked on The First Line (Netflix), the film features a strong cast including Tom Felton (Harry Potter), Ewen Bremner, Wes Studi, Tatanka Means, Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, Finn Jones, and Abigail Breslin. Voorhees’ direction brings a deep and authentic touch to the historical tale. Jonathan Nez, former President of the Navajo Nation, praised the film for its cultural respect and its positive impact on the Navajo community. Festival attendees echoed his sentiments, appreciating the film’s respectful depiction of Navajo lands and traditions. Synkronized CEO Alex Cohen shared his excitement, saying, “It’s wonderful to see rare stories told with integrity. Canyon of the Dead is set for a big theatrical release, and tonight’s event confirms our excitement.”