#Unnamed protagonist

[fyeahsonicthehedgehog]

[melomacaron]

Does anybody know what Barry/the protag.. is? I assumed they were a wolf, but honestly I have no clue

[bagog]

Orbiting Together

She always liked helping Ruthie with her art projects. There was something about the softness of Ruthie's room compared to her own, the plush bed and the pillows, the gentle smell of vanilla and pai-dan flowers.

"Alright, what next?" She asked the artist, standing up at last. At her feet on the floor was an elaborate arrangement of flowers, a mosaic, set into a wooden form that took up most of the floor space in the room. Deep purple flowers they'd spent all yesterday gathering served as the backdrop of space. Bright, yellow pin-prick flowers formed the ring that described the movement of the Rosette around its star. Each of the system's five planets was represented by a different fruit, and Tefais itself, in the center, was a huge fikon melon whose skin was a swirling yellow.

"The next step is to pour the resin, but honestly now that I'm looking at it, I don't like Galawach as a pin-i berry bunch." Ruthie scanned the room--a disaster of discarded or sub-optimal florals and fruits, and finally seized an orange from beneath some fronds that lay abandoned on the floor. "Here, could you replace Galawach with this orange?"

"An orange? Why an orange?"

"Well, of the whole Rosette, Galawach has the closest feeling to the old earth, so it seems like an old-earth fruit should represent it. Does that make sense?" Ruthie's brow furrowed over her question.

"Sounds like as good a reason for doing anything in art."

"Ha! You said it." Once their home planet's representation had been swapped out for the old-earth orange, Ruthie beamed down at the tableau. "I like that much better, now!" She arranged some of the fronds which wreathed the whole scene. "Alright, I'll start pouring the resin, you get changed."

"Get changed? Into what?"

"Into that dress I bought you! For the photo shoot?"

"I thought you were joking," she gawked, paling.

Ruthie just laughed. "No way. Once the mosaic's set, I want to photograph it with you standing over it in your big dress, as the 'Goddess of the Cosmos'!"

"I..." she stuttered as Ruthie walked to the closet and pulled out an iridescent, gossamer dress that flowed all the way to the floor. She blushed hard when she saw it. It looked not unlike a wedding dress. She looked up from the dress and gave Ruthie an embarrassed look. "I dunno. Maybe I'm not the best model."

"You're perfect!" Ruthie rushed up to lightly take her arm, held the dress up to her body. "The dress is sized to you already, and you've got such a soulful look, you're perfect for a cosmic goddess."

They shared a long look, Ruthie's gaze nothing but warmth as she stared into her eyes.

"You... think that about me?"

"Course I do!" She thought she saw the slightest hint of pink come into the tips of Ruthie's ears when she answered. "It's one of the reasons I like having you around so much." She smiled again, took a deep breath of vanilla and flower-scented air, then took the dress from Ruthie.

"The things I do... for art," she said at last before turning to get changed.

[blueheartbooks]

"The War of the Worlds: An Epic Extraterrestrial Odyssey"

H. G. Wells' timeless classic, "The War of the Worlds," unfolds as an enthralling tapestry of science fiction and societal reflection. Published in 1898, Wells catapults readers into a gripping narrative where Earth becomes the battleground for an interplanetary conflict of catastrophic proportions.

The tale begins in suburban England, where an unnamed protagonist recounts the sudden and ominous arrival of massive Martian cylinders, heralding the onset of a ruthless invasion. Wells masterfully weaves a tale of fear and survival as humanity grapples with the unimaginable – technologically advanced, malevolent aliens with their dreaded heat-ray weapons.

What sets "The War of the Worlds" apart is Wells' ability to transcend the confines of genre and delve into the social and psychological impact of an otherworldly invasion. The narrative serves as a poignant commentary on the fragility of human civilization, challenging our collective hubris and highlighting the vulnerability of our technological prowess in the face of superior extraterrestrial forces.

Wells' descriptive prowess vividly paints scenes of devastation and chaos, capturing the raw emotions of a populace in the throes of an existential crisis. The author's exploration of the survival instinct and the breakdown of societal norms during times of crisis remains eerily relevant, resonating with readers across generations.

As the narrative unfolds, the protagonist navigates a landscape transformed by alien dominance, encountering both the best and worst of human nature. Themes of resilience, adaptability, and the consequences of unchecked imperialism emerge, prompting readers to reflect on the broader implications of human actions and their impact on the world.

"The War of the Worlds" stands as a seminal work that has not only influenced countless science fiction stories but has also become a cultural touchstone. Its enduring legacy is evident in the numerous adaptations across various media, attesting to the timelessness of Wells' exploration of fear, survival, and the indomitable spirit of humanity.

In conclusion, "The War of the Worlds" is a literary masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its riveting narrative, thought-provoking themes, and timeless relevance. H. G. Wells' exploration of the extraterrestrial unknown remains a literary triumph, inviting readers to ponder the delicate balance between humanity and the vast, mysterious cosmos.

"The War of the Worlds," H. G. Wells is available in Amazon in paperback 11.99$ and hardcover 19.99$ editions.

Number of pages: 185

Language: English

Rating: 9/10                                           

Link of the book!

Review By: King's Cat

[blueheartbookclub]

"The War of the Worlds: An Epic Extraterrestrial Odyssey"

H. G. Wells' timeless classic, "The War of the Worlds," unfolds as an enthralling tapestry of science fiction and societal reflection. Published in 1898, Wells catapults readers into a gripping narrative where Earth becomes the battleground for an interplanetary conflict of catastrophic proportions.

The tale begins in suburban England, where an unnamed protagonist recounts the sudden and ominous arrival of massive Martian cylinders, heralding the onset of a ruthless invasion. Wells masterfully weaves a tale of fear and survival as humanity grapples with the unimaginable – technologically advanced, malevolent aliens with their dreaded heat-ray weapons.

What sets "The War of the Worlds" apart is Wells' ability to transcend the confines of genre and delve into the social and psychological impact of an otherworldly invasion. The narrative serves as a poignant commentary on the fragility of human civilization, challenging our collective hubris and highlighting the vulnerability of our technological prowess in the face of superior extraterrestrial forces.

Wells' descriptive prowess vividly paints scenes of devastation and chaos, capturing the raw emotions of a populace in the throes of an existential crisis. The author's exploration of the survival instinct and the breakdown of societal norms during times of crisis remains eerily relevant, resonating with readers across generations.

As the narrative unfolds, the protagonist navigates a landscape transformed by alien dominance, encountering both the best and worst of human nature. Themes of resilience, adaptability, and the consequences of unchecked imperialism emerge, prompting readers to reflect on the broader implications of human actions and their impact on the world.

"The War of the Worlds" stands as a seminal work that has not only influenced countless science fiction stories but has also become a cultural touchstone. Its enduring legacy is evident in the numerous adaptations across various media, attesting to the timelessness of Wells' exploration of fear, survival, and the indomitable spirit of humanity.

In conclusion, "The War of the Worlds" is a literary masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its riveting narrative, thought-provoking themes, and timeless relevance. H. G. Wells' exploration of the extraterrestrial unknown remains a literary triumph, inviting readers to ponder the delicate balance between humanity and the vast, mysterious cosmos.

"The War of the Worlds," H. G. Wells is available in Amazon in paperback 11.99$ and hardcover 19.99$ editions.

Number of pages: 185

Language: English

Rating: 9/10                                           

Link of the book!

Review By: King's Cat

[saveourskinship]

I wrote a lot tonight because one line popped in my mind: "I was nine years old when a girl walked out of the sea."

I'm not sure what it is so I'm calling it a slice for dread. It's typical village life but with a unknown girl who walked out of the sea. Strange things seem to be happening but whether they only seem strange in the context of the new presence disrupting the idle everydayness of this place or not is yet to be determined.

Tagging:

@thusatlas @akorah

If you see this, tell me about your book

Whether it's a published book, a wip, or just something you're imagining for now, I want to hear about it! Share some art, too, if you have some!

Tagging a few people who I don't think would mind, but lemme know if you don't want to be tagged in the future! Fyi, to anyone seeing this, you can always tag me <3

@valeriestorm @rosantha-tindall @kittensartswriting

[saanix]

They're girlfriends, your honor.

[tropicalcontinental]

Minecraft ARG but I make shit up in my head (I very much like CL16 Continuity and the doomed children whose purpose are to showcase the horror in said horror-comedy parody)

AKA Minecraft ARG but the dead children entities just want to play the game as well (they're ghosts in the machine now)

Perhaps they just travel to other worlds via Gridworld and mess around and look for Zander's unnamed friend and perhaps they find peace or whatever (ignore the fact that Zander's soul got devoured)

[redlyriumidol]

I think they've learnt their lesson about killing companions off after having to come up with awkward replacements for everyone in ME3, but I kind of wish they'd learnt it before dragon age 2. It would have made much more sense for Merrill and Fenris to just leave the party in anger rather than trying to solo Hawke and co., who they know from personal experience never lose a fight lol. Anders would definitely fight you regardless of the odds if you side with the templars but that's just Anders's willingness to die for the cause. Similarly Iron Bull makes sense. It just seems extreme for Fenris and Merrill and also idiotic. also sad because it makes it less likely for them to return in future installments :(

Anyway Sebastian "Imma leave and plot my revenge" Vael is the only one to have a sensible reaction I guess. Bro knew there was no way he could face down Hawke unless he brought an entire army and I've got to respect that level of self-awareness.

[shinigami-striker]

Sunset Overdrive | Monday, 10.28.24

Developed by Insomniac Games exclusively for Xbox One, Sunset Overdrive was released on this day 10 years ago!

[hiwelcometothemonstersancturary]

Am I right in assuming Vera and Angel would get along with one another?

They would be best friends! Although Vera is super grumpy and Angel is sometimes too tired to deal with that, they would bond over being promoted to parent by a bunch of toy monsters AND having to deal with the bullshit certain people left behind. They're two tired moms to me 💖

[fyeahsonicthehedgehog]

[melomacaron]

I wanna be known as The Barry Kinnie

[catilinas]

had not previously considered this but. why is crassus(‘ unavenged ghost) the first named person in the pharsalia??????

[mariocki]

Infinite list of favourite lyrics: 229/?

Bobbie Gentry - Ode to Billie Joe (1967)

"And Papa said to Mama, as he passed around the black-eyed peas:

'Well, Billie Joe never had a lick of sense; pass the biscuits, please.

There's five more acres in the lower forty I got to plow'

And Mama said it was a shame about Billie Joe, anyhow.

Seems like nothin' ever comes to no good up on Choctaw Ridge

And now Billie Joe McAllister's jumped off the Tallahatchie Bridge"

[...]

"Mama said to me, 'Child, what's happened to your appetite?

I've been cookin' all morning, and you haven't touched a single bite.

That nice young preacher, Brother Taylor, dropped by today

Said he'd be pleased to have dinner on Sunday - oh, by the way

He said he saw a girl that looked a lot like you up on Choctaw Ridge

And she and Billie Joe was throwin' something off the Tallahatchie Bridge'"

[psicopegaso]

Chale, I haven't uploaded my stuff for a while. Anyway, here's an unused MOTHER 4 guy.