#also I'm Filipino :]

[flickering-nightfall]

ubemaster (they are ube colored to me)

[salezmanradioz]

Is there anything from the Philippines that everyone likes? Just curious.

I like this ask a ton because I can now expose that yes I'm also a filipino (half) and have lived in the phillippines for a short time.

Agent Phoenix's favorite thing is Maruya! Maruya are fried banana patties and is personally one of my favorite snack to make >:) He's absolutely love the cuisine! (Fun fact: if Polyblank was assgined an ethnicity, she'd be filipino and american!)

Agent Stardust would love Ube Cake Rolls. As much as he doesn't like to admit it, he's a sucker for sweets of any kind. Ube is one of his favorites, especially homemade Ube Halaya! As for Agent Sunflower, he'd like the Barongs in particular. He'd love the texture, lightness and colors of them. He appreciates the material and customization.

[batunatu]

so.. MCSM DRAWINGS FROM 2022!!ARGENTINA EDITION,, MONTHS BEFORE THE WORLD CUP bc yeah, when we won, too many things happened to me to celebrate with a drawing huff

PETRA GAUCHA PETRA PAISANA PETRA ARGENTO

guys do u want me to translate this or

ALSO BONUS, THERE'S MORE BUT I'M GOING TO POST MY FAVORITE ONES

WOO DOMINAMOS EL MUNDO, BRITISH HUMANS DNI /j

[asterinthewritten]

writing this one-shot fic of mavuika and capitano is rlly grinding my gears bc ofc i'm researching a Lot about traditional "Natlan" attire, which means really diving deep into the cultures that Natlan was inspired by.

so what the fuck genshin. "Mavuika" is from Mahuika, the Maori god of fire, and then you adorn her with Aztec-themed clothes, and her home is inspired by the native American and Philippine pueblos. you really lumped all of our cultures together like it's one thing, and it would have been tolerable, but then you fucking make her as white as paper.

sigh.

[akascow]

Corazón Marikit :3

okay no need to worry about another sad soul on your dash sucking the fun from every new doll they release (self roast bc ive definitely done this in other posts but this is different i swear) for the most part this is all positive with like a few small notes of "eh idk abt this but its no biggie" BUT overall i think its a super cool doll i really like it :3

i totally started writing this BEFORE seeing ANY other opinion post about her btw bc my tl hadnt caught up yet so sorry if it seems similair to another's

this started as a simple opinion post bc i do it for all the new MH characters but here i am THREE HOURS later finally finishing writing this and its basically just an entire deep dive into every single piece of her outfit and how it was inspired by Filipino fashion and culture bc i kinda autism'd too close to the sun for a while there HAHA

okay thanks anyway enjoy my silly words

**also to preface, im not Filipino so i cant speak on if its good/bad rep obviously SO this is j from an outside perspective and with the small facts i already knew about the manananggal aswell as my somewhat brief research deepdive into Filipino culture and fashion in relation to the doll, which i did try my best to make sure i got these right (part of the reason this post took me 3.5 hours to make LMAO) BUT pls correct me if im wrong for any of these names bc i dont want to spread misinformation or seem like im treading on someone else's culture... oh and dont take my word for shit HAHA **

EDIT here is a great post from someone who IS Filipino, bijoubetrayal if you want to know their insight from personal ties and firsthand knowledge into her design, i recommend reading through it :33

before we start for the maybe one person that was wondering yes i totally bought the doll already HAHA im a massive sucker for extremely unique monster high body features (isi's hooves, marisols huge feet, iris' single eye, wydowna's 6 arms, etc) so when they announced her as a manananggal and that she can separate at the torso i immediately ran to snatch her lmao i am not a strong soldier okay. also u can get her [here] if u want

FACE + HEAD

her screening is super cute, and she's got bat ears ! bc well ig shes basically a vampire HAHA but i think thats neat PLUS im always a fan of beauty marks and darker/thicker eyebrows theyre really nice

AND !! the nose is so pretty we dont get to see a lot of MH dolls with the flatter nose bridge :3

idk where else to put this so i'll do it here but her name Corazón Marikit means Beautiful Heart (im fairly certain) and i find that really sweet for some reason but also its like humorously ironic given that manananggals eat the hearts from their victims AHAHA

okay idk if ive been staring at her too long but they somehow managed to make her color palette coherent ? like red pink purple cream and lime yellow generally dont work well together and it worried me when i first saw her but it actually looks pretty good the longer i look? i could be losing it tho so

DRESS + SHOES

the dress pattern is starting to grow on me, still not sure on if i totally like the foil but that might just be bc im not a fan of red-heart designs in general, although thats just for the pattern, i still like the look and style of the dress overall its cutie

i think the puffy sleeves plus the cut of the neckline and shape of the dress are all akin to the Filipiniana style mestiza dress and terno sleeves (from what i could tell)

also dude ? the red tassels imitate how the intestines hang out when manananggals detach themself brooo thats so neat LMAO like iykyk but if u dont it just adds some fun motion HAHA

cannot make out the specific design of her heels i think its like a palmtree over a house ? but anyway i always love when MH make heels look like tiny objects or a person or smth its so fun HEEHEE

and the sculpting for the shoes are suuuper detailed looking like woodgrain and woven palms, maybe a shoe design from PH which im fairly certain are Bakyâ (?) so uh hell yeah HAHA

ACCESSORIES

those wings thooooo like the wingers (wing fingers) being so thick and prominent, though they couldve been bigger kinda like batsy claro's given theyre such a big part of the story but alas

ALSO WOAH the skin(?) between them being actual embroidered fabric instead of just plastic ooh that is SO INTERESTING to me its so tiny and intricate omgggg

neon lime green jewelry is an uhhh interesting choice to pair with her color palette but i dont really care enough about colors to get into that lmfaoo

the necklace is super hard to make out from the stock photos but it looks like pooka shells ? which i doubt is correct, however the closest thing that it looks like i THINK are the bailog style of necklace from what i can find, but theres a a bunch of styles of those it seems so i cant be completelyyy sure

her head piece are sampaguita/jasmine flowers which are the natl flower of PH its pretty lmao

PLUS !!! the stand is SO COOL !!! it bends at the top so u can position her to look like shes separated and flying THATS SO THOUGHTFUL ?? idk it made me smile at least lmao

ADDITIONAL THOUGHTS

OKAY SO i think she looks reallyyyyy cool definitely one of the better skullector dolls from the past few years imo

ofc i really like the idea of introducing other cultures’ monster-mythology to mainstream, especially bc there are some really cool ones out there that are seldom heard or seen unless theyre completely butchered or changed in western media

and its a nice way for people to learn about them,, plus for people who grew up with these folktales to see their stories and culture actually represented

it is amusing to me that they somehow turned this horrific mythological monster lady-- that usually has intestines hanging out of her torso, flying around at night, eating fetuses straight out of the wombs of pregnant people and seducing men before eating them alive-- into a cute pink and purple girlie HAHA /lh but i mean yeah clearly thats kinda always been the point of monster high lol, this one just feels especially drastic if you compare a manananggal to like an original sea monster or a were-animal LMAO

and like everyone else already said, that price tag is a lot as usual🙄 like mattel seems really inconsistent with their pricing on creations dolls that are seemingly super close in detail and quality lmao idk... i wasnt expecting mattel to be humble tho, and i wont go into another fang club pricing rant here again, its just always a tad disappointing to see but oh well i guess, doesnt play that big a role in this post's topic so im not elaborating lol

it seems like a lot of care and effort went into her design, however, in order to represent PH as far as i can tell, so that makes me happy bc MH Does Not have the greatest track record in that category lookin at you jinafire lmfao

okay thats all im officially out of words to conjure up in my brain :3 if u sat through all this, im sorry for allat but thanks for staying HAHA

[chris-mcdirty-redux]

some chris doodles for the soul

also:

i might be a little cooked

[chekensheppppp]

I've thought about it for the entire time i was gone here (college, going to japan for a trip, and other errands kept me away) and I've decided, I'm gonna start posting hot and steamy works on main, starting from this comic strip, primarily because making another alt is too much of a hassle.

full comic under cut but proceed with caution, this may be too much for tumblr but i'm not gonna stop you from going in, heh~

CW: old man on old man action perhaps

✍️(¬ ω ¬ ✧) ~hehe

hey, I did say it's hot and steamy, didn't say it was gonna be lemon.

totally not me giving them my suffering rn living in groudon land lol

but yeah, expect lemons in the future here, take this as a sign HAHAHAHHA.

[not-too-many-eyes]

Playing Until Then Demo cause a mutual is going crazy abt it right now and my mental illnesses are getting worse due to Reasons at the moment.

I love it when a game just forgoes all subtlety and slams you in the face with its themes like this.

[shoyoist]

yall i need new friends.

[heliosphere-underthesky]

Hello,guys,how you would behave if you would have a partner?

Hello there! Okay, so this isn't entirely scientific at all; just how I imagine them to be like when having a romantic partner based on the personalities I give them:

Sun: Would likely shy away from having a relationship due to him being a star, not wanting any instance of power imbalance. However, when in love, he looks past the person's status in life and looks into them for who they are. He would treat you with utmost care and make sure that he's not hurting you. One of the downsides is that his self-doubt could get to him sometimes, having the weight of the entire Solar System on his shoulders.

Mercury: His strong suit? Undying loyalty. As an athlete, he will look out for your health even if it means sacrificing himself for it. He's also a good cook and makes great popsicles! He may be a shy lad, but he would make tremendous efforts to master exactly how to communicate his feelings to you. Communication is one of his fortes, but conveying love may prove to be a challenge to him.

Venus: She may appear like she's not into romance, but she doesn't actually mind if she has a relationship or not. She's actually quite caring; she will not fuss over you and let you do your own thing, allowing your own independence, but she will also be the type to know your cues and be able to help you with what you need. She's a great cook and baker, and she will learn whatever recipes for your happiness.

Earth: Extremely sweet and probably one of the greenest flags out there. He may not be an intellectual, but he's emotionally intelligent than what he's letting on. He would make sure that you're comfortable at all times. And he's also the type to hold so much sentiments towards anniversaries, gifts, and any other special occasions. Very good with kids, small animals, and other people in general. The only downside I can think of is that he's likely afraid to commit so it's difficult, because he's got some past trauma to get over.

Luna: The supportive girlfriend! She will look out for you at all times, making sure that you work towards your growth. Even if sometimes you will falter, she is patient and will help you go to the right path with her. She's highly loyal but will also not be afraid to speak out her mind need be; the perfect mix of strong-willed but gentle. She will also appreciate your gifts! If you're also comfortable with it, she's open to hugs and kisses.

Mars: Tsundere. It may take a while to get him to reveal his feelings for you, but when he does, he's likely very affectionate. Not being able to support life for too long made him emotionally withdrawn, not wanting to be attached again. Being "bullied" by Jupiter also played a hand in this, being wary of people who he perceives will likely just take advantage of him. Earn his trust and reap the rewards of an affectionate sweetheart who will look out for you. Downside is he may be a jealous type due to his own insecurities, but he won't be overbearing about it. Just let him know that he's enough.

Jupiter: The serious type and a whole amount of baggage, and a busy lifestyle. He's actually afraid to be in a relationship, as he has copious amounts of self-loathing, but if you do get through him and allow him to be loved, be ready. There's no sugarcoating that it wouldn't be the healthiest relationship, but you can see him trying. He will be the type to do his best, remember anniversaries, learn everything about you, and even learn a new skill. The downside is since he's a complicated individual, he may be a little hard to read and has emotional turmoil behind closed doors. The best way to deal with that is to leave him be until he can handle himself again.

Saturn: He's the mom friend so... he looks out for you! He would definitely make sure of your safety and happiness; he wouldn't want to suffocate anyone. He's also likely very cuddly too! Likes hugs, smooches, going on cheesy romantic dates together. He's also likely to be the best handling kids and other people too, next to Earth. Careful bringing him to haunted houses though... his scream is more haunting than anything you'd see in a haunted house.

Uranus: Surprisingly caring. He's highly guarded with his emotions so he's an ice prince who's built tall walls, but once he truly cares about someone, he does give his all. Without you knowing it, he will observe you until he can read you like a book, and surprise you with affectionate gestures. Likely has flowery manners of speaking when conveying his love that he's picked up from being into Shakespeare.

Neptune: A real sweetheart! It will probably help bring out the strengths in him that he's too afraid to let out, out of fear of his own powers. He's likely awkward and not very good with conveying his emotions and would let his actions do the speaking. He's also pretty sentimental; he may be the type to remember the smallest details about you. Sometimes he could send you memes that reminds him of you and would bring you back small trinkets.

Pluto: Be Charon. Okay, supposing you're Charon: Pluto is actually the ideal partner if you have the dynamics for him. He's emotionally reserved towards most people, but that's because he's saving them for the people he loves: romantically or platonically. He's sure never to miss any anniversaries and actually plan something for them behind your back, so you'd better step up your game if you want to be ahead of him!

[ace-n-mooch-daily]

Today's Mooch is Padoru

[someiicecube]

Do you think Solomon likes soup? If so what kind?

idk what prompted this ask, but it's so out of left field I had to answer.

Lots of soup mentioned below the cut.

Firstly, we have to establish whether or not Solomon would eat soup.

The simple answer? Yes, of course he would. If it was served to him at a fancy dinner as a side— yes, he would eat it. If you made it for him whilst he was sickly and bedridden? He would give the world back to you… or most likely he'd want to return the favor one day— huh, what do you mean you don't want him making anything? He feels better now! Hey, why are you pushing him out of the kitchen? :(

One cannot simply ask whether or not Solomon has a favorite soup or not.

Like any person, he has his preferences and whatnot. Solomon prefers the classic savory kinds of soup, as he sees the dish as more of a side or something simple you make when feeling under the weather. Sour and overtly spicy flavors are things he tends to avoid. And with his dislike of the ocean, he reads to me as someone who wouldn't be privy to having any fish or seafood in his soup. Meat or vegetable-based soups are preferred.

Though, the soup he's most caught eating would be those instant noodle packets (with an egg mixed in) that he's totally not making at three am cause he forgot to eat a while ago. Oops—

But what kind of soup specifically?

Something that reminds you of home, is a common answer. But, frankly speaking, that guy has a fucky memory, so what can he remember of home? Sure, he does remember that he did have a favorite soup in his youth, but the flavor of which was something that has been lost to time and his old man brain.

So, if Solomon no longer (or has since forgotten) a soup that reminds him of home, what could be put in place of that?

That would be something made by someone he loves dearly— now if you read that as being you or someone else in universe, I'll leave it up to reader interpretation.

Hey, if that man's childhood home is lost to time, that's life. Sure, it's a sad thing to witness, but it was bound to happen— that's just how human civilizations work, they're built up, people flourish, centuries pass by, and then a new one takes its place.

But back on the soup and Solomon calling you his new home— home is not always a place, it can be a person (actually it can be a place if you consider 'your heart' a valid location).

Something made by you (whether under duress; looking at Solomon's cooking here) is always something Solomon would like. Of course, he still takes in his own preferences, but he's lucky that you do as well.

Yes, he does tend to delegate soup to be a side dish, but at home he doesn't mind making it the main course. Perhaps it's just him, but there's just something about sharing a warm bowl of soup on a cold night and sharing that with your beloved that… strikes him, makes him feel soft in side, and has a smile spreading across his lips as he takes in the moment.

Maybe it's the homemade soup making him feel all warm inside. Maybe it's the private company he's sharing with meal with. He'll never know. What Solomon does know, however, is that, he doesn't mind having soup if it's made by you.

[thelingering]

hmmmm okay it turns out Tagalog and Filipino are VERY interchangeable, which threw me off for a good 15 minutes XD

[castroxche]

where r u from o.O

hiiii i'm from the philippines :) my family is from tarlac but i grew up in manila. i'm currently in the diaspora

[kagooleo]

your art has such pleasant shapes and lines and squishiness. very reminiscent of carioca to me. looking forward to seeing the finished ver of your latest post <3

oh thank you! I hold a lot of love for many mochi based desserts so I always try to include a sort of bounce/roundness to what I draw :D

i'm glad you like it!

[rawr-mortgage]

just so y'all know, i pronounce Alfons' name like it has an ‘e’ because without the ‘e’, it just sounds so weird.