#and been thinking about how Fuse would take care of Watt as Watt is taking care of him as a little therapy pet

[koodless]

Fuse and Watt (ft. friends!) doodles/ sketches

[justcallmenikki7]

BTS Reaction To: The Times They Show Emotion

Mafia!Au

Summary: being born into the mafia world, all they know is that having emotions is weak. In the underworld they are known for being inhuman because of the lack of emotions they show. But no one knows that whenever you are with him, love is all they feel.

Warnings: mafia au, the boys are literally emotionless but not?, the boys not understanding feelings but are trying their best for you, FLUFFFF, reader doubting herself, reader just being a cutie in general

W.C.: 3k

Notes: a huge thanks to @minniepetals for the help on jungkooks, namjoons, and jimins parts along with @saturnmoon-night​  for helping me with the title! I love you both!

Seokjin:

“Princess…” Seokjin sighed, trying to not sound too harsh with you, but he just wants you to listen.

Waving him off, you gave him a scoff, “Jinnie, I know what I am doing, so hush.”

Not being used to the nickname still, Seokjin could not deny though how his heart makes this weird fluttering feeling whenever you call him ‘Jinni.’ “Do you though?” He asked, not meaning for his remark to come out rudely, and he cannot help but feel sad at your frown you unconsciously made.

“Yes, Jin, I do. It hurts that you have such lack of faith in me,” you teased, not knowing that your teasing made Seokjin feel bad.

“You know that I didn’t mean that, I’m sorry. I’ll buy you the new iPhone 12 when it comes out to make it up.” Seokjin bribed, knowing that in the underworld, bribery is the go-to source when it comes to taking over land, gangs. Presidents. But what he does not know is that you understand that he is not good with being sentimental and that him admitting that he is not good with words and that bribing you is not the go to when it comes to you. You do not care about his money or his power, all you care about is him and his health, happiness, wellbeing – him!

So, with a heavy sigh, you put down the spatula and made your way towards him. Wrapping your arms around his waist, you stood up on your tiptoes and pecked his lips. “I know that you did not mean for your words to come out like that, you should know that by now, Jinnie,” you cooed, confusing the mafia leader.

“But you were upset, and I just wanted to make you happy…” Seokjin replied dumbly.

“You make me happy. I don’t need anything fancy; I just want you, silly.”

For the first time in your six-month relationship, it dawned on Seokjin that you are here to stay. That he does not need money to make you happy, he just needs to be making you happy by being himself.

Yoongi:

To sum up Min Yoongi in one word would be detached. All Yoongi has known is survival. In order to survive you have to kill, lie, use, and make sure that you are bloodlust. In his dictionary there is no ‘love’ ‘trust’ ‘happiness.’ It all comes down to at the end of the day is survival. That is why he is the deadliest mafia boss in the underworld.

But somehow, in some sort of weird way you came crashing into his life, and it has left Yoongi confused because he likes you. From the start, he was attracted to you, and he wanted more of what you radiated which is happiness – something that Yoongi is unfamiliar with. And you know that. You know that Yoongi is unusual. Truthfully when he told you to “learn how to fucking walk, dumbass,” when you ran into him on the Seoul streets, there was something that made you fall for him. You find it ironic how you ran into him a second time at a grocery store, but you could not be any happier because it led you to where you are now – five months into an interesting relationship.

You know that Yoongi is detached because of his lifestyle, that he is not good with emotions, but actions speak louder.

Like now for example:

You decided to be a somewhat normal couple for once – much to Yoongi’s dismay – and go grocery shopping. You are extremely allergic to peanuts, but you love barbeque foods – especially when it has barbeque sauce all over it. What you did not know is that this certain sauce has peanuts in it, but Yoongi knew it did.

“No, not that sauce.” Yoongi stepped in, snatching the bottle of sauce out of your hand.

“What, why? I want to try it when I make ribs tonight.” You asked, trying to snatch the bottle back from his hand.

“Because it has peanuts in it and you’re allergic to them, that’s why.” Yoongi replied coldly, grabbing a sauce that you know that you have not tried that does not have peanuts in it. “Use this instead.” And at that, Yoongi ushered your love-struck form away from the sauces and to the cereal aisle, not knowing that he has now completely stolen your heart.

Hoseok:

Anyone who knows Hoseok knows that he does not like annoying people. He loathes people who are constantly asking him questions, bugging him, or just even breathing. Being a mafia leader is rough due to his short temper.

He just never thought that he would fall for someone who has a hyper personality and is constantly. You are the only person that he can stand and not shoot for being annoying. (Yes, Hoseok has shot a person because they were breathing too loud).

“Pleaseee?” You begged, plopping yourself in your boyfriend’s lap, giving him the puppy eyes while he works at his desk.

To an outsider, a person would think that Hoseok is about to blow a fuse. But to you, you can see the amusement in his eyes at your begging. “No.” Hoseok stated, voice harsh, something that he is trying to work on. Thankfully, you know that he is not meaning to be harsh with you.

“Why not? This is unfair!” You exaggerated, laying your head on his chest, finding comfort in the warmth and beat of his heart. “All I want is a puppy! That’s not much!”

“That means that another thing will be in here that will annoy me, and I already have you to deal with.” He bluntly stated, not realizing the impact of his words had on you.

“Oh, yeah…” you replied, getting up off of his lap, wanting to give him space.

Confused, “Where are you going?” Hosoek asked.

“The dishes need to be done, so I’m going to get them washed.” You lied lamely, wanting to give your boyfriend space.

“I have maids for a reason, jagi. Now, don’t lie to me and tell me what’s wrong.” Hoseok demanded, turning in his chair to face you with his interrogation look.

“I just don’t want to annoy you anymore; you’re working on work.” You spoke softly, looking down at your hands so you do not have to face him.

Not hearing Hoseok getting up from his chair, you jumped in surprise when he hugged you, his right hand softly pressing your head to his chest. “You’re my favorite annoyance, sunshine.” And by his simple, rare sentimental statement, your eyes stung with tears and your heart fluttered in your chest. You know that Jung Hoseok is bad with feelings and how bad he is at being kind, but the smallest and rarest times that he is always reminds you that he does, indeed, love you.

Namjoon:

The first time you met Kim Namjoon, your first impression was that he is strategic. Everything the tall male did was based off strategy and observation – it was like he is playing chess. Namjoon can admit that he plays life like it is a game of chess because of how every decision he makes will have a result that can either create chaos or peace. He told you that on your guys first date when you brought up your first impression of him.

The thing is, Namjoon is very serious – to serious sometimes that it makes you wonder if he knows any jokes. Sadly, he said that jokes are childish – to which you pouted and hung your head like a kick puppy. That did not mean you are going to give up on this! So, researching for other funny jokes and puns, you began this daily routine where you would ask him a joke or pull a pun on him. You could tell that each day Namjoon became even more impress with them, and that even a tiny twitch of his lips would happen, telling you that he is wanting to crack a smile or even laugh!

With this new founded joke, you could not wait until tomorrow to pull this joke. You have this feeling that this joke would give you the smile that you have forever been waiting for.

Knocking on Namjoon’s office door, you heard his deep baritone voice say ‘come in’ you carefully made your way into your boyfriend’s office, a huge grin covering your face. A knowing look made its way onto Namjoon’s face, a tell-tale sign that he knew what was about to go down.

“Hey, Joonie!” You asked excitedly.

“Yes, my love?” He replied, putting down the manila envelope, taking his glasses off and laying back in his chair, hands behind his head, ready for the joke that was about to come.

“What’s the difference between a well-dressed man on a bike and a poorly dressed man a unicycle?” You asked, trying to not start laughing.

You could see the twitch of Namjoon’s lips, giving you confidence that today will be the day. “What is it?” He asked.

“ATTIRE!” You screeched happily, slapping your knee from laughter, not being able to control your laughter. You made sure to keep an eye on your boyfriend, praying that he will give you some sort of reaction – and he did!

Dancing on his face was a small smile, his head shaking in disbelief. The joy and happiness that took over your body had you beaming a hundred-watt smile, finally being able to get a reaction out of your boyfriend. “Yes! You smiled! I made you smile, I made you smile! Ah-ha!” You cheered, dancing out of your boyfriend’s office, not noticing the fond and loving look your husband is giving you.

“You always make me smile, my love.” He muttered, not wiping the smile away from his face as he went back to work.

Jimin:

“What if I mess up?” You asked, doubting yourself for this biggest moment of your life. Looking down at your boyfriend of seven months helping tie the strings of your ballet shoes, you waited for his reply, already knowing it is going to be a scolding.

“Jagia, you are not going to mess up, so stop doubting yourself and start believing in yourself,” Jimin scolded, giving you a glare from the floor. “If you want me to, I can bribe the workers to let me stand to the side of the stage and watch you perform if that helps you feel better.” He offered, causing your heart to flutter at his offer and at how caring he is being right now. It is not that he is not caring, he is just not good with these kinds of situations.

“Yes! If you want too, I don’t want to seem like I am being a baby…” You replied, hoping that you are not acting weak to your mafia boyfriend.

“You’re not being a baby, Y/N. Now, go get in line, you are about to go on.” He said, tapping your calf in reassurance.

“You’ll be there, right?”

“Of course.”

Backstage, everyone was in shock to see the mafia leader, or the best hacker in the world, standing to the side of the stage, watching you with a mesmerized look. They all knew that you were dating the most dangerous person in the world, they just did not know that he would show up to support you. Truthfully, they all thought that Jimin was just dating you for sex, little did they know is that he is dating you because he loves you and wants to protect you.

Some of the girls could not deny how jealous they are of you due to how handsome, and in awe Jimin was of you by your performance. Even though his expression is blank, his eyes told a different story and that story is love. Once the song ended the lights went out, they heard your feet tapping against the stage floor and your excited squeal escaping you as you tackled your boyfriend in a hug.

“I didn’t mess up! I didn’t mess up!” They heard you yell, proud and happiness evident in your tone.

“I told you, jagia. I told you.” Jimin replied. “I would never lie to you.”

Taehyung:

Your face was pressed up against the window, eyes wide and mouth shaped into an ‘awe’ shape, taken away by how beautiful the outfit that was hanging up in the Maurices display area. Always have preferred Vigos jeans over a lot of higher named bran jeans, you desperately wanted to get the jeans and the flannel that was on the mannequin as display.

“Vigoss is not that good of a brand,” you heard Taehyung state from behind you, taking away the excitement you were feeling just before.

“Yeah, you’re right…” you replied, stepping away from the glass. “I just thought the outfit was cute, though.”

The emotions that passed Taehyung’s eyes were hidden from you since his glasses were on his face. Knowing that he put you down with his emotionless remark, Taehyung began to panic. “Come on,” Taehyung ushered, pulling you into the shop, confusing you with his actions. Walking up to the first worker in the store, “I’d like a dressing room for my girlfriend and every Vigoss jeans in the size 22 with the outfit that is on the mannequin closest to the door.” Your boyfriend ordered, walking you to the first dressing room that is opened.

Not even five minutes later, a worker named Ashley came to you with jeans, shorts, and capris in your size. Giving her a thankful smile and a small ‘sorry,’ she only give you smile back and reassurance.

“Let me know what else you need help with!” She said, giving you a warm smile before she turned away.

While you tried on every pair of pants that Ashley brought you, you walked out to the big mirror that gave you a good look at every angle, blushing each time that Taehyung watched you with a serious look. Finally deciding on two pair of pants, not wanting to spend too much, Taehyung sighed and walked into the dressing room that showed the pile of pants that you wanted to get but decided to not too.

“What are you doing?” You asked shocked as he picked up the pile of pants.

“You left these behind?” He stated obviously.

“Yeah, because it’ll be expensive. I’m fine with these two,” you said, shaking the two pair of pants in your hand to prove your point.

“You looked beautiful in all of these and you’re getting them.” He left no room to talk, not realizing the effect of his words that he had on you.

Jungkook:

The sound of your humming filled your boyfriend’s office as you put together a bouquet of flowers while your boyfriend read through files at his desk. You do not mind working in your boyfriends office, but you never understood why he started having you work in here with him instead of your own office beside his. Never questioning his actions, you got comfortable in your small area and worked. Little did you know that your presence brought your boyfriend comfort.

Getting stuck on an idea for a customers request, you looked up to see what your boyfriend was doing, it was as if a light bulb went off. Grabbing some flowers, you made your way towards your Jungkook, a small smile evident on your face. Making yourself comfortable behind him, you carefully put the headband over his head, earning a questioning look from your boyfriend when he turned his head to look at you. Smiling brightly at him, he shrugged his shoulders and allowed you to do as you pleased. Once the headband was situated, you began to place the small flowers around his head, tucking them securely into the headband so they would not fall out.

You continued this for the next thirty minutes, finally finishing with a triumph smile. Walking back over to your little station, you began to work on the order that had you stumped, now knowing what you wanted to do with it, happy that Jungkook allowed you to do as you pleased. Working on the request, you heard Jungkook grumble in annoyance.

“What’s going on?” You asked him, looking up from your design.

“Namjoon needs help with something, I’ll be back,” Jungkook explained, coming over to you to kiss the side of your head.

As you went to ask if he was going to take off the flower crown, he already walked out of his office. Shrugging, you went back to work.

As Jungkook walked down his hallway, he began to give his workers a weird look when they began to giggle and smile at him, confused as to why they are not bowing to him. Walking pass the mirror that was hung on the wall in the opened area, he caught a glimpse at the flowers on his head. Realizing that this is the reason why his workers smiling at him, he shook his head with a small smile of his own.

“The things I do for you, princess. They things I do for you,” he whispered, not making any move to remove the flowers from the top of his head.

[atrainernamedradish]

Top 10 Least Favorite Pokemon

You know what’s harder than making a top favorites list? A least favorite one. I was particular about this list because I wanted my own personal opinion on the matter instead of adding to the echo chamber that can be the fandom’s. I don’t hate these Pokemon. These are the ones I care for the least. Also, the placements kept changing for this list, but I feel like I finally put everyone on here in the right order now.

10) Whismur Line

The only reason this line is the Normal typing is because Game Freak hasn’t made the Sound typing official. Hell, Electric, or even Steel, would have made more sense. But nope we got these weird fleshy sound-based things that I’m never excited to see.

9) Greedent

I take back everything I said about Diggersby (still wished it didn’t have the belching model cry though), and I’m directing that towards Greedent. It looks like your typical fat, lazy, and not particularly bright cartoon character. Almost feel like they were a bit lazy in this design. Like… they could have done something more, or less since it’s large enough. I feel like Game Freak is trying to recreate a likeness to Snorlax, since it’s the poster child for obese Pokemon, but keeps falling short by giving us the ugliest designs. We don’t need more fat normal types. We’ve got plenty.

8) Electrode

Hey guys, let’s make this Pokeball based Pokemon flip upside down, make it less pissed off and call it an evolution! Also, it’s going to be crazy fast as well explode, most likely killing anything nearby, because why the fuck not? Boring and dangerous… what a match made in hell for a design!

7) Pheromosa

It’s an almost 7 foot tall sentient cockroach with legendary stats. Nope. Just nope. *flees*

6) Grimmsnarl Line

I have been disappointed with this evolutionary line since seeing the leaks of Impidimp. I know a lot of Faerie lore and it ticks me off that they chose a Goddamn Goblin for the first Dark/Fairy type. Also, and I know not all Faeries are cute and cuddly, but why does Game Freak keep trying to sneak in ugly Fairy types? About 95% of the Fairy typing has a cute or pleasing ascetic. That’s one of its themes, that and trying to throw pink on everything, so why give us this ugly line?

The only indicator of this thing remotely being Fairy typing at a glance is that it’s pink. I would have never gotten Fairy otherwise from it. Goblins might be in Faerie Tales, but they aren’t Faeries.

The only one in this line that remotely gives off the Dark typing to me is Morgrem. The other two not so much. Putting black on a Pokemon is maybe another indicator of the Dark typing, but even then it ain’t helping…?

Overall to me this thing is goofy to ugly looking with its design and typing a complete mess. It irritates me that our first combination of Fairy and Dark is this line…

Also, using it in a playthrough and it pisses me off that I’m not getting a Fairy move until it reaches its final evolution! That’s if I don’t want to grind up watt points in the Wild Area for a Fairy TR, or beat Opal before getting said evolution!

5) Shiinotic

Fairy typing makes sense for Morelull when you realize what it’s based on. Hell, even Ghost does. But Shiinotic? I don’t care if mushrooms are a big thing in Faerie Culture. You can’t just design some ugly ass alien mushroom hybrid then slap the Fairy typing on it because of mushrooms or lore from a pre evolution! While we’re at it let’s make the Amoongus and Breloom line Fairies too!

Morelull should have been a single stage line. It would have made sense. But no. They just wanted to make an ugly Fairy type just to prove they could say: “hey fandom I know you’re sick of all the cute and pink Fairy types so here’s an ugly one to change things up!”

And don’t get me *started* on that ugly ass shiny! Game Freak: bright yellow and muddy browns are a terrible color combination! Guess why?

4) Spinda

You know how I praised Alcremie for having multiple forms because of what it was and why it made sense for it? Well I have the opposite opinion regarding Spinda.

If I didn’t believe in the golden rule of everyone having a favorite of each Pokemon then I’d very much assume this thing wasn’t liked by anyone.

Everything about its design annoys me. Why is it a panda? And before anyone tries to tell me otherwise, it’s in its American/English name. Why is it in a constant state of vertigo? I literally was trying to think of a typing it would be better off as instead of the Normal typing and none come to mind. So it’s normal because a) it’s an animal or b) because they needed to give it a typing and no other typing fit.

And out of ALL the Pokemon why does this one have an almost endless possibility of “forms”? This thing has got to be a living dex collector’s worst nightmare!

3) Archeops

This Pokemon is on here for pure personal reasons. Technically there are a few other Pokemon that I feel the same towards, but this one was the worst about it.

You know you have a stupid powerful stat as a non-psuedo legendary and legendary when you need an ability to nerf you. What’s worse is when you need a pretty bulky Pokemon to soak up the damage you reap before said ability does nerf you.

It was always Goddamn terrifying to run into this Pokemon in White 2. Not only was a good chunk of my team weak to Flying, but my Samurott couldn’t take more than one hit from it. Not to mention it didn’t do enough super effective damage to OHKO this thing. So I was never happy to run into this thing because I would only get out of the fight with a lot of collateral damage to my party!

This wasn’t the only Pokemon that was this fucking difficult to deal with in Unova. There is definitely a power imbalance in these games which made playing them a pain in the ass. Don’t get me wrong. I LOVE Black 2 & White 2, but fuck me if this wasn’t my biggest issues with those games…

(Some of y'all are probably wondering about Slaking, and Slaking is actually easier to deal with thanks to its typing and ability readily triggering.)

2) Pelipper

This Pokemon was originally going to be my least favorite Water type on my favorite and least favorite typings lists, but I think its placement on this list suits it better.

I honestly don’t mind its pre-evolution Wingull. Wingull is kinda cute. Wonder Trade had me groaning every time I saw one, but that was more the player’s fault than anything.

Pelipper is just such a poorly designed Pokemon. Like, what were they thinking when they essentially fused the beak and stomach together? How can this thing carry its front heavy, well front? I assume it can handle all of that weight being airborne since I doubt it can get around any other way with its stubby little feet.

Then they gave it the Drizzle ability and suddenly people give a shit about its ugly ass…

The only time I’ve “willingly” used one was in my Wonderlocke, which was only due to the fact that I was in dire need of a water type, and I'll tell you that right now that I didn’t want to resort to using it. I’m pretty sure it died at the very end in the Champion battle… wasn’t all that sad to lose it if I’m being honest.

This isn’t just reserved for this Pokemon, but I absolutely hate the dual typing of Water/Flying. Nothing says “throw a rock at me” more than this typing combination. 

Overall I just don’t like anything about this Pokemon.

1) Greninja

This Pokemon used to be a lot lower on this list, but as I mentioned right before the list that the order changed as I was making it. I can promise you that this Pokemon isn’t on here because of how popular it is (there are others that would be on here if that was the case). There are many other reasons I will go over as to why this one is on the list.

The first is my experience using a basic one in XY. It’s learn set of moves is terrible, and that’s because it learns a lot of physical moves despite having a much better Special Attack. When I thought about the aspects of a ninja’s special attack being higher than physical it made much more sense. It had little to no options for Dark type moves with one of the best moves for it not being available till you’ve gotten the 8th badge for Waterfall. Greninja was the weakest member of my team with my Aromatisse putting in much more work than it! If Greninja is not competitively trained as well as has any of its hidden abilities then it’s not really that useful. I kept the one from that playthrough because I don’t have the heart to release it or get rid of it…

The second is its design. I very much don’t care for it (its tongue scarf is gross!). Its middle evolution looks so much better to me, and it made me sad evolving it into this ugly thing…

The third is its typing. I’ve had some time to think about it and I’ve wondered to myself: why is Greninja a Dark type? Thinking of the history, and to some extent the mythology of ninjas, nothing screams Dark type to me. I’m also taking into account of Dark being Evil in Japan, and nothing about ninja inherently screams Evil or Dark typing. Then I found myself thinking about its other typing in Water which brought me to the conclusion that the only reason Greninja is a Water type is for two reasons: 1) It’s a starter and 2) it’s a frog.

So you’re probably thinking by this point: “well Radish if you don’t like its typings then what would you change them to?” Unfortunately, I’d keep Water since it’s not the only Pokemon to have a typing based on the animal it is (looking at you Poliwag line!). Dark typing would be replaced with Ghost since ninjas in their lore and mythology can traverse and interact with the spiritual world.

I will address the elephant in the room for my closing thoughts on this Pokemon: Greninja and the fandom. I wholeheartedly believe that if Greninja didn’t have the hidden abilities that it did that it wouldn’t be as favored as it is among the fanbase. As someone who used a basic ability one in hopes of giving it a chance I was greatly disappointed, and didn’t understand why this Pokemon was so popular. That’s why I feel as though the competitive scene is where it has gotten all of its fame from. People give Charizard so much shit for being overrated but do they for Greninja? (Not a big fan of Charizard for those who wanna accuse me as such.)

[zixoha1-blog]

Bars and Bars in Edinburgh Have Something for Everyone - Even One or Two Hangovers!

Maybe you're arranging a stag gathering or hen party...Edinburgh is one of the UK's most famous goals for libertine end of the week breaks!

For a city of just 477,000 individuals, we have an incredibly high number of bars, bars, clubs and music scenes.

How would they all endure? Well...one reason is, the individuals of Edinburgh have a genuine craving for entertainment only and love to relax!

Another explanation is the crowds of wild partiers from somewhere else who are attracted to Edinburgh to check whether its notoriety satisfies its charging!

With such a gigantic assortment to look over, it very well may be hard to choose where to go. That is the place this page comes in. I will part this page into six areas to keep things clear and to-the-point - stylish bars, conventional bars, themed bars, understudy bars and sports bars.

Obviously, I can't cover completely every critical bar and bar in the city of Edinburgh. Not by any means a multi year old nearby man could deal with that! In any case, I have chosen a fair number of astounding bars and bars in Edinburgh that will kick you off and give you a kind of what's accessible right now.

Conventional Pubs

Out of sheer regard for the history and culture of my old neighborhood, I will start with our very spiffing conventional bars.

When in doubt of thumb, you will discover customary bars specked all over town, be that as it may, there is an over-proportionate number in the Grassmarket, on the Royal Mile and on Rose Street legitimately behind Princes Street.

What was at one time a position of execution, the Grassmarket is currently a shelter for close, comfortable bars each with a diverting name and character. Jumping from bar to bar is a straightforward assignment as the Castle side of the Grassmarket is for all intents and purposes a continuous terraced working of various conventional bars. Try not to like one? Go nearby!

A two-minute walk from the Grassmarket towards the Cowgate and up Candlemaker Row will take you to the Greyfriars Bar.

Situated inverse Greyfriars Bobby, this bar is the best spot around to find out about the tale of Bobby, Edinburgh's most steadfast canine and test some conventional lager while chomping on splitting sandwiches. It is unquestionably one of the most well known bars and bars in Edinburgh.

From that point, stroll up George IV Bridge towards the Royal Mile where you will discover Deacon Brodie's Tavern on the corner. Named after the man who motivated Robert Louis Stevenson to compose the novel 'Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde', Deacon Brodie's Tavern is about at least somewhat customary is well known with voyagers and local people the same. Remember to peruse the interesting story of Deacon Brodie outwardly divider!

In case you're despite everything standing, go for a walk down the Royal Mile where there are a lot of customary bars and bistros to look over. That may be sufficient for one day,Sylvain however in case you're all around prepared or in preparing, head on over to Rose Street behind Princes Street.

Rose Street is to some degree amazing as it has the most elevated grouping of bars and bars in Edinburgh with comfortable little emporiums on the two sides of the road. Gossip has it that you will be given the opportunity of the city on the off chance that you can complete one beverage in each bar on Rose Street inside 24 hours.

At the East End of Princes Street behind Burger King (don't look down right now) is the Cafe Royal, a wonderfully elaborate bar with the serving region in the center, noteworthy compositions on the dividers and metal fittings all over the place. This would be an extraordinary decision for an evening half quart or chomp to eat with your accomplice or a few companions.

In vogue Bars

In spite of the fact that George Street and the West End are eminent for their up-showcase home bases and places in which to be seen, in vogue bars are spotted all over Edinburgh.

Hudson's at the West End by the House of Fraser retail establishment has just been open a couple of years and is a stunningly beautified bar with lodgings upstairs. They typically hold the lights down low which can make a marginally sultry state of mind. This could be a decent date-bar. On the off chance that your date isn't holding your consideration, there are various TVs on the dividers indicating the most recent game!

A stroll across Charlotte Square will take you to the beginning of George Street, Edinburgh's center for innovators. Bars, for example, Browns, Candy Bar, All Bar One and Le Monde are especially well known. A significant number of George Street's bars set tables and seats outside on the wide asphalts when the climate is pleasant.

Le Monde has three unmistakable zones each fusing the styles predominant in Paris, Vienna and Milan nightspots.

Two of my preferred bars in Edinburgh, Amicus Apple and Oloroso are situated on Frederick Street and Castle Street individually which are opposite to George Street.

In any case, their areas and approach couldn't be increasingly unique. Amicus Apple is set in the storm cellar of its structure and Oloroso is a housetop bar. With dazzling perspectives on Edinburgh Castle, Oloroso is the sort of bar you go to with your accomplice for a sentimental beverage to appreciate the outdoors and amazing perspectives.

Amicus Apple, while genuinely unwinding during the day, is a genuine gathering area around evening time with ordinary themed gatherings and heaps of insane enjoyment. A tranquil beverage at their tables outside on a late spring's day comes energetically prescribed!

In the event that you are eager to wander somewhat farther of the way, I can energetically prescribe Medina on Lothian Street around the bend from the Museum of Scotland.

I can just depict Medina as a sort of North African hippy-lair with style. They don't do tables and they don't do seats. Rather they have loungers, beds and little stools with gaps to hold your beverages. Anticipate profound reds, oranges and tans in the decorations, dividers and roof. I can't think about a superior spot in Edinburgh for a comfortable beverage with your accomplice.

Themed Bars

My preferred sort of bar is a themed bar and fortunately we have many amazing themed bars and bars in Edinburgh. How about we start on George IV Bridge where they have two bars with totally different subjects.

Initially, Bar Kohl is a vodka authority stocking great more than 100 unique vodkas from around the vodka-creating world and their mixed drink list is one of the longest in the city.

The thing I love about this spot is the various sorts of vodka they have composed on a blackboard on the divider. Local people love to pick an arbitrary number without taking a gander at the board and seeing what they end up with. Balance is the expression of the day...

Over the road you will discover Frankensteins, the most-renowned of all themed bars and bars in Edinburgh.

Every one of the three stories of this changed over chapel depends on the exemplary Mary Shelley epic so expect close to murkiness, a lot of electric balls and a nourishment and beverages menu to coordinate the mind-set. Gracious and be careful with the somewhat creepy amazement around midnight...I'll state no more.

Staying with this topic of murkiness, the Jekyll and Hyde bar is definitely justified even despite a visit. Most likely the darkest bar in Edinburgh, your eyes may require time to change when you stroll in. In light of the Robert Louis Stevenson tale, this bar is designed in an innovatively evil manner illustrative of Mr Hyde's character. Make certain to discover the can when you show up as its attentive area could leave you humiliated!

On an increasingly Celtic note, Edinburgh's remarkable Scottish bar at the West End by the Caledonian Hotel, Ghillie Dhu, centers around good country music, move and culture.

Ghillie Dhu is unquestionably the most great new bar around. Ground floor you will locate an enormous bar territory with a wide determination of Scottish lagers and whiskies and mixers served by men in kilts. Behind the bar, you and your companions can involve a private corner with little cantina style swing entryways.

A meander up the winding staircase in the passageway lobby will bring you into the ceilidh corridor where live people groups lead Scottish nation moving. On the off chance that you haven't the foggiest thought what to do, the artist will depict the moves to you and afterward you will be astonished by how rapidly you get it as the disposition and your moving accomplices swing you along!

The most striking and satisfying part of this bar is the wide scope old enough gatherings in participation. It's exceptionally invigorating to see the youthful, more youthful and most youthful mingle and move together. Of the considerable number of bars and bars in Edinburgh, this is the spot to go to test Scottish culture. While Ghillie Dhu has a dedicated after, voyagers will discover it the understanding into the way of life, language and move of Scotland intriguing and exciting.

Understudy Bars

With three colleges around, Edinburgh University, Heriot-Watt University and Napier University and various schools there is a critical understudy populace in the city. Understudy Unions aside, there are many engaging understudy bars and bars in Edinburgh. We should investigate three of the best.

My understudy days are a distant memory, yet I despite everything appreciate a decent night in The Tron. Arranged simply off the Royal Mile at Hunter Square, The Tron has three stories and a mezzanine-of-sorts. The video jukebox rules at The Tron with the bar giving you full control of the ambient melodies.

The Tron additionally has a 'yellow card' framework whereby limits can be had on various well known beverages. With its area near the bars and clubs of the Cowgate, The Tron is frequently utilized as a launchpad for a night-out.

A stone's-toss starting from the tron the side road beside the Bank Hotel on the Royal Mile is The Globe, another popular understudy home base. As it is for all intents and purposes underground, the bar is described by angled stone roofs.

The bar is additionally portrayed by modest beverages. This makes it extremely famous among understudies and explorers making a jovial climate. The Globe has large TV screens toward the finish of little sinkholes which is fantastic for observing live games with a gathering of companions.

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given that you talked about making fanfics before have you ever thought of writing a fanfic where BBTAG was a serious story. and I believe that the persona 4 group would treat ragna well even after they find out about the black beast thing

dude, I have been imagining ALL the possibilities of a more serious BBTAG story.

1. No “Cross Tag Tournament” bullshit, System is more emotionless A.I. like he is in the prologue. The combat data would be gotten from them fighting the monsters of their worlds (Seithr Beasts, Shadows, Voids, and Grimm)

2. Everyone is at their most up to date in canon: Post CF Blazblue characters, post Arena Ultimax or Dancing All Night Persona cast, I have no idea about UNi’s timeline, and post Volume 5 RWBY (If we take them at Beacon arc they will not be able to handle the serious shit of the other worlds and I refuse to anime-up team RWBY like they did in BBTAG. Ruby is NOT that fight happy).

3. The conflicting morals of the morally gray Blazblue characters with the rest of the cast, especially “Power of Friendship/Bonds” masters The Investigation Team.

4. Shadow selves for the other cast members, dealing with Voids from UNi (remember, Voids can only be seen by In-Births and the only way to become an In-Birth you need to have a Void eat some of your existence which risks you becoming a Void), the Grimm homing in on negativity. Just imagine this: all the jerkass characters in the series have to be NICE or at least non-confrontational otherwise they risk pissing people off and attracting Grimm. That sounds entertaining to me.

5. Bad guy alliances: as of the timelines I mentioned the antagonists are/could be: Hazama, Relius, Azrael, Carl (now a mini-Relius), no Persona villains because they are either dead (Strega) or have been subjected to “Power of Friendship” (Adachi and Sho, the later is more a rival now, he’s chilled out at the end of Ultimax), Hilda, Chaos, Gordeau (sort of an anti-villain due to him just being a mercenary now), Joker, Uzuki, Enkidu, Carmine (sort of a rival b/c remember “Tryhard Loser”), Zohar, Byakuya and Strix/Tsukuyomi (more a neutral party), Cinder, Emerald, Mercury, Tyrian, Watts, Hazel, Adam, and Neo (not too sure on Salem as we’ve yet to see her do much herself).

6. This would be the most bullshit thing but I don’t care this is my fic idea: System also brings a few dead characters back to gain more data, under the criteria of “Gathering souls who’ve had influence over their world’s fate” or some shit, like how the BB cast were the “Chosen” in BBCF. Bullshit? Yes. Disrespectful to some of their sacrifices (especially considering the P3 Cast)? A bit. But with this idea then we can have the characters in the actual game in the story (like Hakumen and Nine, then we could have Pyrrha, Penny and Torchwick despite it being post Vol 3). Plus then we could have Strega there as Persona villains, just imagine the Shadow Operatives rubbing it in their faces that they stopped the Fall. But one more thing, I am NOT bringing back Terumi at least not until like the last act or whatever), because then there would be this bullshit where the BB cast can act like total shits because anything goes against an enemy as bad as Terumi. Them pulling the “anyone can claim a moral high ground against an enemy like Terumi” isn’t something that I want to happen. Hence why I need the plot to be MORE serious than BBTAG, but not like Blazblue level serious, at least not at the beginning.

7. Just a massive team of all the heroes. If the Phantom Field is made up of their memories just imagine all 4 settings just fusing: Kagustsuchi, Ikaruga, Tatsumi Port Island, Inaba, Kanzakai, Vale and Mistral. Maybe a council of the good guy leaders: Kagura, Jin, Tsubaki, Rachel, Mitsuru, Linne, Wagner (higher ranked Licht Kreis member than Orie), and Ozpin (Oscar’s body being present would make things awkward, also not sure on Ironwood being brought here). Basically the leaders of that world’s big organization/secret society or whatever. The HQ would be a mimic of Kagustuchi’s N.O.L. Branch, the highest place (unless this world also has a Tartarus mimic). Other heroes would be more field agents/commanders: Yu, Ruby, etc.

btw: my idea has a bullshit thing where time isn’t passing in their worlds so they aren’t in a big rush to avoid worrying everyone. I know bullshit but I need some kind of reason.

There’s more ideas but they are more specific and I don’t feel like typing out a long list of shit. Plus I can only think of big events and relationships, coming up with the smaller events to link them all together, IDK.

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your comment about the trek across solitas certainly bears fruit, miss. im personally a sucker for trekking through the wilderness and trying to survive because it opens up so many chances to chip away at that plot armor some characters seem to bear.

i also think it would be a wonderful time to reflect. i feel as if our heroes arent quite done deliberating over their next moves or their interpersonal issues, especially qrow. he owes an apology to pretty much the whole group. it would also be a good time to consider going in after oz, if the climactic finale doesnt take care of that for us.

i have a sneaking suspicion things are going to be a bit aimless once the macguffin is taken care of, because we now no longer have a clear goal. the best person to ask for advice is the guy who currently locked himself away out of shame and self-hatred. the logical next step is to find a way to draw him out, which takes time. i think if we dont want to have a long stretch of time to properly take care of that subplot after the lamp is secure, it needs to happen beforehand during downtime. not to mention it might not be wise to even attempt to reason with our tin man without the wizard present.

your theory about watts is interesting, and i certainly do think hes a master manipulator. however, im less inclined to think he would become a confidant or physician for the general simply because of james' stubbornness. he doesnt strike me as the type to admit when hes crumbling and seek aid, even behind closed doors.

my idea, and this is mostly because i like drama, is something more akin to an assassination attempt- planting bugs to keep an eye on his state and slowly yet deliberately poisoning his mind, either via manipulation or real actual poison.

im personally a little sceptical about oscars acceptance of all this. maybe im projecting, but he seems to have a bit of a determined streak in him, especially regarding his autonomy and stalwart refusal to let ozpin "fight his battles." going from that straight to wanting to fuse with the man feels iffy, or maybe itd just be bad writing. adding him having essentially no choice to the mix leaves a bad taste in my mouth about the whole thing.

i want this to be oscars choice, and his alone, and i want to see him be not just okay with it, but wanting it. after all weve seen about not just doing what youre told and making your own decisions, no matter how dire, a narrative like that feels uncharacteristically defeatist. i want oscar to make a choice by himself and rise to the occasion.

what would intrigue me, speaking of the flip of the script, is if oscar would try to coax ozpin to essentially take over while the other resists, and having it come to light why oscar feels this way. i personally believe that hes mirroring jaunes resolved character arc and feeling as if he doesnt matter. and i want him, like jaune, to be proven wrong.

i want him to be proven wrong by jaune, and recall the words "we wouldnt be a team without you," and i want oscar to realize hes WORTHY

THATS RIGHT, IM MAKING A CALLBACK TO THAT PUN!

idk, im rambling a bit, and im not the best at connecting plot threads, and i mightve been shooting down ideas simply because they werent in my taste, but those are my thoughts. what say you @littlemisssquiggles ?

RWBY Musings #62: Attack of Atlas. What if...the villains are planning to use Atlas to jumpstart a Second Great War?

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@littlemisssquiggles i have read the hunger games about five or six times, so color me intrigued at the very least, miss!an interesting theory, especially considering how little weve heard from our lovely general these past volumes. 

it feels a bit out of left field, though. perhaps this venom will serve a different purpose? this isnt a theory, just an idea that im fond of (because at this point i have doubts anything at all will happen with oscar); we all want to know our boys backstory. and from what weve seen, its certainly possible that this substance could dredge up old memories and leave the host disoriented.

what if oscars “revelation” is as much to do with acceptance as it is hopelessness? it would be a nice parallel to jaunes resolved character arc if oscar became somewhat self sacrificing, and in doing so put himself in the way of an attack meant for someone else.so, going with your theory here, 

picture this: the gang has successfully infiltrated atlas, only to stumble into the middle of the good doctor and his scorpion attempting to administer some medicine, so to speak. oscar catches on first, and takes the hit for ironwood.this would open up a door for us to learn a bit more about oscar, especially just what is under those bandages of his because i am very suspicious about that.thats just an idea though. maybe ill write or draw something about it ^^

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@flame-cat You’re not the only one suspicious of the neck bandages m’friend. I’m more curious about them now too especially since they were incorporated into his new huntsman attire. 

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Best Generator For Travel Trailer

Looking for the best generator for your new travel trailer?  I’ve been on that portable generator hunt before. Multiple times in fact!  I don’t understand why traveler trailers don’t come with an onboard generator.   It’s not like theres no demand for onboard generators in a travel trailer.  Almost every RV comes equipped with an Onan or Cummins onboard super quiet generator.  Did you know that most 5th wheels come equipped with a 5,500 watt Onan micro quiet generator?  So how come travel trailers don’t come with an onboard generator?   I’ll tell you right now the best generator for travel trailer is the Champion 3400-Watt Dual Fuel RV Ready Portable Inverter Generator with Electric Start, and you can turn it into an onboard travel trailer generator for less than $200!  With the proper travel trailer accessories of course.  If you want to skip the reasons why this is best portable generator for any travel trailer, and learn how I made the Champion 3400 watt Dual Fuel generator into an onboard travel trailer generator for less than $200 click here to move down the page.

Why Is The Champion 3400-Watt Dual Fuel Generator The Best Generator For Travel Trailer

The Champion 3400-Watt Dual Fuel Generator is a remarkbly super quiet portable power source that can run on three different fuels.  This lightweight generator can run on gasoline, propane or natural gas.  You have to buy a $15 adapter to run this camper generator off of natural gas, but thats an easy expense to justify.  That alone doesn’t make it the best rv generator for your travel trailer.  Here’s what makes the Champion 3400-Watt the best travel trailer generator.

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Solid Construction Generator.  Even the gas cap is of heavy duty construction.

Portable Generator.  With built in wheels and a flip up handle you can roll this lightweight generator anywhere

Electric Start Generator.  The built in battery gives you a couple of wonderful options.

Push button starting

Easy to install a remote start

Wire a toggle switch inside your travel trailer for push button starting

Long Run Time Generator.  I only run this portable generator on economy mode, and it will power my travel trailer for 14 hours on one take of gas.

 Gasoline Tank size is 1.6 gallons (Less than $5 to fill).  Champion states on their site this should only run for 7.5 hours.

20 gallon propane (haven’t tried) according to Champion this camper generator should run for around 14 hours.

Super Quiet Generator. The product page calls the Champion 3400 watt an Ultra quiet generator that runs at 59dB.

This generator is so quiet I can barely here it inside my travel trailer.  While Urban boondocking in Minnesota I would have never started up my old Ryobi 1800 watt generator because of how loud it was.  In economy mode I can barely hear this generator 10 feet away in an open parking lot standing outside.  Its the quietest generator I have ever heard!

The reviews on Amazon are littered with comments like: quieter than the honda 3000 generator, quietest RV generator, super quiet generator, no noise generator,  best quiet generator we ever had, such a quiet generator, best camping generator with no noise, love how quiet this generator is.

Powerful Generator. 3400 Watts Starting & 3100 Watts Running

This portable quiet generator is so powerful it can run the fridge, microwave & air conditioner all at the same in economy mode!

Parallel Ready – Connect with another Champion inverter for increased power up to 6,200-watts or 50amps!

Clean Power Supply Generator. ~ Pure Syne Wave Outpout — **NO OTHER GENERATOR ON THE MARKET DELIVERS PURE SYNE**

This means that this super quiet, lightweight, portable & powerful generator puts out clean electricity for your sensitive electronics.

Quick Touch Panel. Convienently access all the controls on one panel.

Easy to switch between gas or propane

Flip a switch to toggle between quiet and loud

Equipped with 2 USB plugin ports

Two 120volt plugins

Easy to access inline fuses

30 amp RV plugin

Oil level light indicators

  Lightweight Generator.  Weighs less than 99 pounds

Sturdy handles to pick it up

Flip up hand to roll it into place at your campsite

Heavy duty wheels

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Best Portable Generator For Travel  Trailer

All that stacks up pretty well for making a solid case for the Champion 3400 watt Dual Fuel as being the best portable generator for travel trailer, but let me do some comparisons.

I used to own 2 Ryobi 1800 watt generators.  For five years, I lugged them around and cringed everytime I had to use them.  They were heavy, awkward, and guzzled fuel.  I had to run them in parallel to have a fully functioning camper.  It was a 20 minute chore at every destination to unload the portable generators, and get em situated away from the travel trailer.  As I type this I remember a lady at a campground in Steamboat Springs asking me if I was going to be running those “things” all night?

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My simple reply,”Well it took me an hour to get them pull started so that I could have heat.  So I’d like to benefit from that workout as long as I can.”  She didn’t find that funny and walked away in huffing stride to complain to her husband.

Portable Generator Comparisons

I’ve lived on a houseboat with a Honda 3000 watt generator.  Been surrounded by other campers sporting various gasoline generators over the years.  A few have peaked my interest, but only one has impressed me.  The Champion 3400-Watt Dual Fuel RVGenerator with Electric Start is easily the best portable generator for travel trailer or any camper. That I have come across in 21 years of RV travel.

Right now I am using this portable generator in a Casino parking lot, and nobody cares because they can’t hear it.  I’m not even being stealthy about it.  My travel trailer is parked in one spot  with my wall slide full yextended.  Toyota Tacoma parked in another spot.  With the shore power chord lying on the pavement connecting the two because I let my brother borrow it for the weekend, and I’m too lazy to remount it on the travel trailer right now.

No one cares because the Champion 3400-watt Dual Fuel is best portable quiet generator on their market today for your travel trailer.

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Quiet RV Generator For Travel Trailer

I grew up in Minnesota camping with a honda 5.5 horsepower generator.  I hated that thing.  There was a constant rumbling in the air from it, and I remember always having to fill it up.  That old honda generator instilled a deep hatred inside of me for all generators.  Constantly struggling to fall asleep through the noise or having to get up in the middle of the night to refuel it.  It wasn’t until years later I stumbled across my Ryobi’s that claimed they were a quiet generator.  They were definitely galaxies quieter than that old honda generator I fought with as a kid, but not as quiet as my Champion generator.

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Ultra Quiet Travel Trailer Generator

If your looking for a quiet generator for your travel trailer consider the Champion 3400 watt dual fuel portable generator.  Even when its not in economy mode this portable generator puts out a low muffled ambiant background noise.  When the heater kicks on in my 2013 travel trailer its louder than this quiet RV generator.  Watching a movie on my cell phone is louder than this quiet RV generator powering up my travel trailer.  This generator is so quiet that it sometimes startles Kota.  Prompting a round of barks and air sniffing as he investigates where this new found noise is coming from.  I haven’t had the heart to tell him he’s getting old because its been running for hours.

If your looking for a generator that is quieter than the speakers on your cell phone or the fan on your travel trailers furnace than test out the Champion Ultra Quiet Generator! The Champion 3400 watt dual fuel quiet rv generator is the best generator I have ever owned with my travel trailer. 

Camping Generator For Travel Trailer

If your looking to pickup a portable power source I couldn’t recommend the Champion camping generator strongly enough.  Take a look around this site.  I don’t write product reviews, sponsored posts or any of that non sense.  That should tell you how highly I think of this camping generator for your travel trailer.  Its a wonderful portable and quiet camping generator.  Perfect for travel trailers!  Strong enough to run any RV.  Quiet enough to operate in any campground, and stealthy enough to let you urban boondock under the radar.  It is by far the best camping generator for any travel trailer I have come across in a long time. amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit0"; amzn_assoc_search_bar = "true"; amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "bestgeneratortraveltrailer-20"; amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart"; amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon"; amzn_assoc_region = "US"; amzn_assoc_title = "Best Generator Travel Trailer"; amzn_assoc_linkid = "927620a67231de3d9140a5accbf64501"; amzn_assoc_asins = "B01FAWMMEY,B06ZYN28VS,B01MUP6L1U,B0791Y1WSQ";

Camping Generator With Multiple Fuel Sources

With the ability to run off of propane or natural gas this portable generator could easily run an off grid setup relatively inexpensive.  Call your local propane company and have them deliver a 1,000 pound tank to your hunting cabin.  You’d have a quiet endless power supply in this camping generator.

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I just purchsed this camping generator off of Amazon a few months back so I didn’t truly get to use it the way I wanted too.  But next ski season I promise you that I will not be running to the gas station to fill up gas cans when I can just schedule regular fill ups from the local propane company to come me.  How wonderful would that be to posted up in the backcountry, and have fuel delivered to me at a cheaper rate than the gas pumps?  To run my travel trailers onboard generator!

There might be a better camping generator out there that I am unaware of, and if so please leave it in the comments below, but as of now the best generator for travel trailer is the Champion 3400 Watt Dual Fuel Electric Start Portable Generator.

Camping generators need to be portable, quiet, lightweight, durable and versatile.  This camping generator checks all 5 of those boxes and has the ability to run on 3 different fuel types including natural gas.  Making it the perfect travel trailer generator, off grid power source or the ultimate camping generator!

Will A 2000 Watt Generator Run The Air Conditioner in My Travel Trailer

No a 2000 watt generator will not run the rooftop air conditioner in your travel trailer.  If you have a window unit Air Conditioner you need at least a 2100 watt power source to start the compressor.  You need 2600 watts to start a compressor on a travel trailer rooftop air conditioner, and running 2000 watts to use your campers air conditioner.  Which is why the portable Champion is the best generator for travel trailer!

The Champion portable generator has a start boost of 3400 watts and runs continuously at 3100 watts with pure syne wave electricity.  Allowing it to start your air conditioners compressor, and continue to power it for up to 14 hours.

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What Is The Best 3000 Watt Generator For My New Travel Trailer

Because of it’s lightweight, heavy duty construction, power output and quiet operation the best portable gasoline generator is the Champion 3400 watt Dual Fuel RV ready generator! 

I couldn’t be happier with this model, and possiblities it puts on the table.  Its rugged design gives me confidence that it will be apart of my RV travels for a long time to come.

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You can buy a cheap chinese knock offs for half the price, but I promise you the best generator for travel trailers is the Champion 3400 watt Dual Fuel.  You get what you pay, and I don’t regret anything about this portable generator purchase!  The electric start on this generator is a game changer.  Allowing it to throw its hat in the ring as an onboard generator for your travel trailer. amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit0"; amzn_assoc_search_bar = "true"; amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "bestgeneratortraveltrailer-20"; amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart"; amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon"; amzn_assoc_region = "US"; amzn_assoc_title = "Best Generator Travel Trailer"; amzn_assoc_linkid = "927620a67231de3d9140a5accbf64501"; amzn_assoc_asins = "B01FAWMMEY,B00SMNLF4M,B0757FKTHN,B01A6I1WUC";

Onboard Generator for Travel Trailers

So your probably wondering how this portable generator can be an onboard generator.  For less than $200 you can purchase 1 of 2 travel trailer accessories that will transform your travel trailer into allowing an onboard generator.

Option #1 – Onboard Generator for Travel Trailers

One travel trailer accessory that would allow an onboard generator setup is a trailer tongue generator tray that you can purchase from Amazon, Camping World & even e-trailer.  This heavy duty constructed generator tray fits onto the tongue of your travel trailer.  Sitting above your propane tanks.  Its a universal one size fits all scenario so you may have to drill some holes to fill your make and model.  I didn’t have too for my travel trailer setup, but there are a couple of a drawbacks.

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Travel Trailer Modification Drawbacks

You have to lift your generator almost 5 feet in the air every time you want to take on or off.  Once its on there I suppose you could just leave it, but then it gets covered in all the mud and debris your tires kick up.  Another drawback for me was my travel trailers power chord was a couple of inches short.  Forcing me to buy an expensive 5 foot camper extension cord.  I wasn’t a fan of always having to drag the camper power cord out and plugging it in.  Eventually I secured it to the frame of my travel trailer so it was always plugged in. amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit0"; amzn_assoc_search_bar = "true"; amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "bestgeneratortraveltrailer-20"; amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart"; amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon"; amzn_assoc_region = "US"; amzn_assoc_title = "Best Generator Travel Trailer"; amzn_assoc_linkid = "927620a67231de3d9140a5accbf64501"; amzn_assoc_asins = "B01KR7CPEY,B071JM3GJD,B01EK8RD84,B07CV7845H"; Then I hard wired a toggle switch inside of my travel trailer to operate the on/off switch of the Champion RV generator.  Which worked out pretty slick.  I didn’t even have to get out of my camper to turn on the power supply.  Need to use the microwave?  Flip a toggle switch.  Want to turn on the A/C?  Flip a toggle switch.  For a $189 I had an onboard generator with an electric start for my travel trailer, and took less than an hour to install with hand tools.

Option #2 – Onboard Generator for Travel Trailers

The second method to installing an onboard generator for your travel trailer is to purchase a bumper mounted generator rack.  I prefer this method because you only have to lift the generator a couple of feet to take it on or off.  It was also easier to secure the travel trailer power cord to the frame with less exposure.  Plus, my tires weren’t kicking up debris on my new onboard generator.

Exterior Fuel Tank Solutions

With the layout of my travel trailer having the bathroom in the back.  The sound of the generator had to penetrate two wall lines and 10 feet of space before you could barely hear it inside the travel trailer.  Which is probably why the inside heater of my travel trailer is louder than this quiet onboard generator.  Big win in my book.  A friend of mine installed a remote start for me so I don’t even need to flip a switch anymore.  Just press a button on my keychain and my travel trailer powers right up.  I couldn’t be happier with this quiet onboard/portable travel trailer generator setup!  I am even thinking of mounting an aftermarket gas tank to the roof and running a fuel line down to the generator.  Allowing me to stay in the backcountry even longer.

Bumper Strut Supports

If you have any skills at welding you could whip this up in an afternoon, and purchase some bumper strut supports for a couple dollars to finish it off.  But at $185 I didn’t have to do anything but tighten 4 screws.  Which brings up security.  Right now I am using a combination of two bike locks.  However, I did find a heavy duty dog kennel off of Amazon that I plan to use as a cage around the generator to thwart thieves.  Its a bit on the pricey said, but delivers piece of mind so.  I’ll link to everything I have purchased.  If you have comments, concerns or suggestions leave em in the comments below.  Hope you enjoyed this RV modification on how to add an onboard generator to your travel trailer for less than $200.

***Don’t need dual fuel capabilities Champion makes a 3,000 watt generator with a remote start already installed.  How cool is that?!!?***

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Lighting Cost Guide

Most of us struggle to get the quality, frequency and variety of artificial lighting ideally balanced in our homes, especially if these decisions are being made late in the chaos of a building site.

It’s quite an art to get your lighting right – an ill-thought through design reliant on the common recessed spotlight and dimmer switch combination is unlikely to produce an aesthetically pleasing result.

So it’s much better to have help early on, carefully considering how each room in the house will be used at different times throughout the day. Perhaps, working up mood boards during this stage could help  you figure out what you’ll need.

Measuring light intensity: how many Lumens do you need?

Manufacturers will label bulbs (known as lamps by the trade) in terms of the products’ Lumen output, Lux intensity and their Kelvin shade/warmth. These are how different elements of the light is measured: brightness in Lumens; and intensity (or spread per m2) in Lux.

To put this into context, 800 Lumens generally does well to replicate normal daylight inside the home. The Kelvin (K) scale works to identify the tone of the light, with the warmer yellow/orange tints set at around 2,000K-3,000K and colder white/blue hues at 4,000K-8,000K.

Many self build homes include an open-plan kitchen, dining and family zone as the central hub, where different lighting demands are required as the daily routine evolves – task lamps in the kitchen, relaxed/warm illumination at the dining table and a cosy, fireside ambience for watching movies on the sofa.

Experienced interior designers taking a holistic approach to the artificial illumination will include a mixture of different fittings.

An interior designer will look at the room objectively and make sure the proposed scheme delivers to the functionality the owners want. What’s more, a professional can help you save money.

People sometimes feel an interior designer will be expensive and not fit with their budget. The reality is that hiring someone who really comprehends the subject will eliminate a lot of error, and therefore expense. They fully recognise how to cost items and are very savvy at balancing out where you need to put your money.

Learn more: Hiring an Interior Designer for your Project

Think overhead lighting to provide directional wash over wall and floor surfaces, uplighters to do the same with walls and ceilings, pendants to highlight features and table lamps to soften the mood.

Directional lamps can help to reduce glare, while dimmers are useful for softening intensity and the general layering of light will create striking architectural shadows thanks to strategically placed features, blinds and curtains.

It’s worth bearing in mind that the colour of your walls and ceilings will contribute to the amount of reflection – for instance, darker hues tend to absorb rather than transfer.

Low voltage vs low energy

Many homeowners struggle with the difference between low voltage and low energy.

Low energy means the lamp will produce the required levels with a reduced amount of consumption, which is measured in watts (w).

Low voltage is a safety option; normal supplies run at 230V (volts), which is the current pressure being driven through the cables.

This pressure starts life at a power station at around 400kV (kilo-volts), stepping down at other transformer stations as it gets closer to houses until it ultimately reaches 230V as it enters our buildings.

Layered illumination will add impact, but requires careful consideration. Shown here are John Cullen Lighting’s handmade Grissini Pendants, Lucca uplights and Oslo floorwashers

Internally, we may choose to reduce this pressure further where it enters a wet zone in the house (ie bathrooms and kitchens), say from 230V to 12V for recessed lighting.

To achieve this you’ll need local transformers positioned just before the fitting connection. However, the lamps in our bathrooms still require the same number of watts to produce the light, so it’s the flow of electricity (measured in amps) that will need to increase to compensate for our drop in voltage (amps x volts = watts).

How many light fittings do you need?

Conventional lights are connected to a circuit (either a ring/loop or a radial, which travels in one direction) that feeds to the consumer unit (the fuse board). There are usually separate circuits for ground and first floors – there are likely to be several in each storey in larger properties.

Each circuit is protected by a 6-amp miniature breaker (MCB) that works to keep it safe from overload. The whole system is protected by a minimum of two residual circuit devices (RCDs) that are there to guard against any earth leakage (and human shocks).

The below table is a rough template for how many fittings are needed in different rooms – it’s easy to see how numbers can escalate. Adding a porch light and then four external flood lights would tip the total over 100 with around 25-30 light switches.

Type of light fitting/roomBED 1BED 2BED 3BED 4BATH 1BATH 2WCHALL & LIVINGKITCHENUTILITYDININGSITTINGSTUDYSpotlight662101066Wall & table lights22222212442Pendant lights222212Strip lights222241Total Lights666688312146578Total switches3322111322221

Lighting costs

As with all building products, prices vary enormously; the cost of different light fittings presented below are purely a guide.

Although many folks leave it to the electrician to supply these, if lighting is important to you then it’s better to visit suppliers and look into the options – much like you would with other elements, such as bathroom fittings.

It’s difficult to isolate the overall labour costs of having your artificial illumination installed as this will be carried out as part of the overall electrical installation at both the first and second fix stages.

However, lighting will represent about half of the electrician’s work in the house and it usually takes two weeks for first fix and another two for second and final commissioning.

Type of light fittingTotal in homeNotesAverage rateTotal CostSpotlights46Recessed spotlight can start at £1.60 with directional at £4.95 & fire rated at £5.95£5£230Wall & table lights25Plug sockets for table lights would be £2.50; some two-way uplights at £35£17£425Pendant lights11A pendant with flec could cost £1.50 and some feature pendant fittings £100£50£550Strip lights13From a small 250mm light at £4 up to a task strip light at £12£8£104Switches25Backing boxes at £1 and switches from £5.30 for 3-gang£4£100External lights5A robust LED spotlight with PIR£35£175LED Lamps95For the internal light fittings; 5w spot at £6.50 and a 1m strip at £10£7£665Ancillaries1Cables, flex, low voltage transformers, clips, etc£400£400

LED lamps today

Light emitting diode (LED for short) lamps have been around for decades, but have only dominated the market in the past five to 10 years.

LEDs are more efficient in generating light from energy and do so without creating much heat – as a direct comparison.

You will only need a 5w (watt) LED to generate the same light as a 50w tungsten spot lamp or a 60-100w incandescent unit (which the government aimed to phase out by 2011 because of carbon reduction targets).

This is great news for homeowners as the overall electrical load will be lower, meaning bills are cheaper, too. The success of LEDs means manufacturers have found a way to produce them across most of the Kelvin scale; we can now enjoy warm lighting, as opposed to the crisp, cool, bluer shades that had previously characterised these units.

Smart lighting & upgrade options

Smart technology is fast becoming a more affordable choice, with lighting controls at the heart of the automated home. Common options include multiple push button switches where three, four or five pre-set mood levels can be selected, each then graded with a dimmer.

These require independent cabling and a central controller/relay for each zone (usually one room); however, one criticism of these systems is that a slight delayed response can cause the user to keep pressing buttons. Control via mobile phones and tablets is also an option, with some systems allowing you to change things even when you’re not home. For more on smart lighting see page 87.

The homeowners of this stunning new build benefit from Control4’s Mockupancy. The smart technology learns their daily routine and replays lighting scenes, entertainment scenes and even closes the blinds, all whilst the homeowner is away.

Read this case study: Smart Home Technology & Audio Visual System

In addition to purely technological upgrades, you may want to incorporate some more theatrical lighting, such as illuminated wall recesses or a perimeter channel around a dropped suspended ceiling.

In combination with a central chandelier, these features can help to create a bit of drama and atmosphere. Stair lighting is increasingly common and subtle directional illumination can also help to separate zones within an otherwise open plan layout.

Outdoor lighting

Not simply a way to guide you to the front door when you get home in the dark, external lighting can be used to enhance garden features.

Rather than closing the blinds or curtains, an internal space can be enhanced by switching on outdoor lighting so that you can see a dramatically staged set – especially where there might be a pond, pergola, pool or illuminated specimen trees.

How can I get my outdoor lighting scheme right?

First you’ll have to plan in advance and in detail. This means understanding the elements you want to illuminate and making provisions early enough in the build process to achieve it. It’s not enough to say that you want a light in a particular location; you need to know what fitting, too, so you can run the right cable, create the right installation points and fit the appropriate drivers.

More from Brilliant Lighting designer Melanie Shaw: Outdoor Lighting Design Ideas

Obviously there is some expense incurred with external lighting but its installation is becoming increasingly easy thanks to robust external sockets and switches, flexible armoured cables (which can travel through planters) and uplighters mounted on spikes.

A useful recent innovation is the ability to set the sensitivity and time delay for some external security lights remotely by a device operated at ground level rather than having to do this from a ladder.

Top Image: Using a variety of fittings, such as pendant lights and recessed downlights, will help you zone areas in open-plan spaces. This kitchen-dining room lighting design is by Brilliant Lighting.

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