#and their placements on the list would say as much!

[ireneclermont]

The tablet made a quiet thunk as Irene set it aside. She didn’t speak right away—just sat there for a moment, watching the woman through the dim light like she was weighing the effort it would take to say no against whatever her own bones were asking of her tonight.

“It’s fine,” she said finally, voice softer than before, if still tinged with fatigue. “You’re already half inside. Might as well finish the job.”

She reached across the counter, palm open without fanfare. “Let’s see it.”

Her gaze skimmed the paper quickly, practiced. She didn’t react outright—just let her eyes pause on the larger quantities, the odd placements, the way none of it seemed to belong together until maybe it very much did. Verbena stood out the most, of course. Not just the amount, but the shape of the scrawl around it. Like the hand that wrote it hesitated, then leaned in.

Irene’s brow ticked, barely. Not suspicion exactly. Just attention, sharpened.

“You making tea,” she asked, deadpan, “or trying to banish someone politely?”

She handed the list back, already stepping toward the shelf-lined wall.

“We’ve got most of this. One of the berries might be low—I’ll check in the back.” She paused at the threshold of the back room, glancing over her shoulder with a dry look. “No promises on the verbena. That much, you might need to pre-order unless you’ve got friends who forage on private land.”

Then she was gone a moment, the quiet of the shop resettling in her absence. When she returned, she had a worn basket in one hand, already filling with a few small paper packets.

“Couple of these are in stock now,” she said, setting the basket on the counter. “I can hold the rest for pickup tomorrow if you want. Won’t charge ‘til it’s all in.”

And then, more gently, like it just occurred to her, “You alright walking back this late?”

We closed five minutes ago. The words hit Juniper like a sack of bricks as she has one foot in the door and the other still out in the dark and damp. Sage on her shoulder and a series of bags on her left arm, she had been shopping all day. She peeks her head out to look at the sign on the door, then down to the watch on the inside of her wrist. This motion repeats a couple times as she comes to terms with the fact that… yup. She was too late. 

“Scheiße.” she cursed under her breath, pinching the bridge of her nose. She was still getting used to navigating at an appropriate speed for her condition and she had vastly underestimated how long her errands would actually take. Running a hand through her hair she took a breath, the subtle earthy note within the shop's air doing wonders to settle her frustrations. 

“That’s… unfortunate. Sorry for the intrusion. I saw the lights and assumed I wasn’t too late. Thank you. It certainly isn’t so urgent it can’t wait till tomorrow. I just-” She hesitated. Not wanting to bother a person off the clock. But her bones ache and the idea of having to walk all the way back here in the morning was less than inviting. “I am so sorry. Would it be too much trouble to just take a look at this list. I don’t need to buy anything tonight. I’d just like to save myself the trek tomorrow if something is currently out of stock.” 

She waited with bated breath for any form of confirmation before going inside and handing over the small piece of paper. Scrawled onto it was a variety of herbs, spices, dried berries and the like, an impressive variety but no single ingredient had a strong or obvious purpose when places next to the others. Most notable among them was verbena. In a rather large quantity.    

[driftwoodpony]

How would you rank the major MLP G4 villains?

the pony of shadows - hes just so fucking cool, and those tendrils? sick as hell. the way they demolished ponhendge reminds me of ps5 spiderman-venom gameplay.

i so wished there were more out of stygian cause he actually had smth going on that made his turn to shadows compelling, at least for mlp standards. despite that, this guy had a lasting impression on me cause i was only ever left w wanting more

tirek - epic fight scenes hell yeah

queen chrysalis - it's nice to have one bad guy that's exceedingly spiteful...plus she birthed the mean 6

starlight glimmer - backstory stuff needs a bit of substance.

discord -

nightmare moon - tutorial

cozy glow - im tentative about a child being a part of this roster though ig she still served her purpose

king sombra - jschlatt

[ashes-of-ailell]

man me posting that tier list suddenly makes Lucien's dislike of Lorenz make sense huh

(little rant in my tags just cause I'm a bit nervous, would mean a lot of you read (it's nothing too serious dw, just wanted to clarify some things))

[northopalshore]

North node in the

Venus persona chart

Tells you about what you strive for in a romantic relationship, what your ideal relationship should entail & it even tells you about/reflect the relationship between you and your future spouse/ideal lover; what they're like.

This post is based on personal observations made on celebrity charts & people in my personal life. It's not the only way to look at this placement but I'll be focusing on the romance part for the sake of structure & simplicity. Also shows fated agendas related to your love life or beauty.

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𖤝 Aries (°1,°13,°25) | 1st House

A love that is worth fighting for. A strong relationship that is independent of the type of love you've been surrounding yourself with. A ride or die type of love where you would do anything for your partner & they would do that too. A passionate, youthful love that never burns out. You may be quite addicted to the thrill that romance brings you and store a bit of affinity (though you may deny it) for some drama & action in your love life. A child-like romance where you bicker (for fun) then kiss & make-up. Your lover/future spouse needs to be a strong individual who has gone through quite a lot in their lives alone. Perhaps they felt like they had to grow up faster than their peers due to their responsibilities.

Ex: Blake Lively has this placement. In terms of her fashion choices well .. you know it's certainly "bold" in It Ends with us. She's still an icon in her own right due to her role in Gossip girl though.

💭 Possible fated agendas : Difficult love life (push & pull stubbornness), being "seen" through your striking beauty & the way you dress/groom yourself, making bold decisions in your love life & fashion

𖤝 Taurus (°2,°14,°26) | 2nd House

Stability is what you truly desire. What you yearn for in a relationship. You need a partner that is willing to compromise with you, and stick to their words; be there for you & the relationship no matter what happens. You desire someone who is strong and unwaivering & your partner may infact be quite the resources full & determined fellow! You may prefer a partner who is quite mellow and steadfast and prefers to do nothing with you than everything without.

Ex: One of my close friends has North node in Taurus °14 Taurus in the 4th house. Her current boyfriend (who I suspect to be her future spouse due to his surprising endurance & the fact that he matches literally every from what I've seen in her chart) is an immovable object to say the least. Once he says he really wants to do something, good lord he does it regardless of how tedious it may be. Man was stopped by hours or immigration related ordels but kept pushing through because he said he wanted to see her on Valentine's Day (it was their first time meeting each other face to face). Their date only lasted an hour because he had to work the next day. If that isn't determined, I don't know what is, damn.

💭 Possible fated agendas : Gaining money through art, fashion, beauty

𖤝 Gemini (°3,°15,°27) | 3rd House

You desire a relationship that is eye-opening. A relationship that feeds your curiosity & keeps you entertained. One where you never run out of things to say & share and discuss. A relationship that is fun and thrilling. An innocent "young love" type of energy. You love a partner that will see you and know exactly what you're thinking or what to say. A relationship where you can be as carefree, childish and teasing as much as you'd like. You desire a connection of the mind and that ringing, lingering echo of your laughs in your mind. Someone you don't have to be so serious around and can make "smart" (sarcastic) remarks at from time to time as a way to joke around.

Ex: Michael Jackson has North Node in Libra °5 Leo in the third house. Michael was a child at heart, and I do believe that what he strived for was a fun love life with his partner. Though he's not completely devoid of responsibility over his own actions being the cause of their separation (him & Lisa Presley), he did truly love her. He said that she understood him in the way that he hasn't felt before.

💭 Possible fated agendas : Expressing art/expression through your words, voice, being a singer, being a writer or a good poet, words essentially make up for your self esteem & who you want to be/are

𖤝 Cancer (°4,°16,°28) | 4th House

You desire a love that is safe & nurturing to the soul, one that allows you to embrace your femininity or your sensitive side more. A relationship that allows you to tear down your walls and let you freely be at peace with yourself & your emotions. A love that is mature & recognizes your feelings, and sensibility. You may desire a relationship that is quite tied to family or traditional values as well (regardless of sexuality), like having kids, pets and a nice home together. Daydreams surrounding being/having a lovely wife/spouse that understands your value and intentions. A protective & loving romance.

Ex: Beyoncé has North node in Cancer °27 in the 1st house (updated birth time). I think you can see this placement most on her. You can tell that she is a woman that loves femininity in every sense; embracing that powerful side of femininity as well. You can also see the same traits appearing in her love life; she loves the idea of being a wife & takes much pride in it as well. Just through listening to any of her love songs, you'll know what I mean. Also there's that famous quote from her claiming that he "made her a woman". I'm sure she meant every word. She's strong, she's beautiful, she's Sasha Fierce!

💭 Possible fated agendas : Starting a family, finding comfort though beauty & expression, lowering your guard and being content with yourself & your expressions

𖤝 Leo (°5,°17,°29) | 5th House

Fun. You need a relationship that brings out your inner child and that wildness in you. A love that gives you inspiration, and one that pushes you towards creativity & freedom of expression. A passionate and glorious type of love where you two are the shiniest rocks in the pile. Love, lust art and fun. I honestly think that this placement also gives you that need to be your partner's one & only; their world being centered around you and you being theirs. You may also have a deep desire to have children of your own or something that you can nurture with your spouse (or may look to them to reignite that childlike spark with how you act and see the words around you).

💭 Possible fated agendas : Being an artist, devoting yourself to performances (whether theater, music, painting or dance), devoting yourself to children

𖤝 Virgo (°6,°18) | 6th House

You desire and are drawn to relationships that build off of trust, mutual efforts and loyalty. The simplest things can make you very happy when you are in love, and what you need is a partner that is willing to do just as much for you as you would for them; even more! You naturally feel the need to dedicate yourself to your partner, giving them the time and attention that they need. However, that's only if your partner does the same for you! You have a practical sense when it comes to love and devotion. Though you are charmed by love, you will not be blinded by it. You want someone who can fit in with your lifestyle and is willing to work with. You may have a tendency to think you can fix your partner with just the right amount of good influence if you do end up with a fixer upper though, lol (ʕ⁠´⁠•⁠ᴥ⁠•⁠`⁠ʔ pls keep that feeling in check!)

💭 Possible fated agendas : your self expressions and artistic qualities showcased through work, working in the fashion or music industry

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𖤝 Libra (°7,°19) | 7th House

You desire a relationship that is romantic and thoughtful. This placement always comes with an innate sense of "put togetherness"; a proper relationship with a good amount of grace and eloquence. You need a relationship that you look good in (not necessarily for the sake of vanity, but a relationship that helps you blend with the sensible part of society). One where you are each others shining star in the blandest of scenarios. You need a love that is above all equal. You desire to be in a relationship that praises you for your grace and beauty, one that makes you feel beautiful & worthy.

💭 Possible fated agendas : being a style icon, devoting yourself to the fashion world/working with fashion, being in a specific relationship or related (likely through work) to certain people/company/group

𖤝 Scorpio (°8,°20) | 8th House

You have a great desire of a love that is passionate, powerful & unwavering. A love that takes from you just as much as you take from it. One where you can share anything with your partner; like your deep seated fears, worst behaviors, and well your sexual fantasies. You need a partner that you can be quite codependent with at times. Just needing them, and them needing you brings you a deep sense of love. Someone you can be selfish with & that can blow you away. Or well, you know just blow you lol. When in love, you want to share your mind, body and soul and everything else in between. Ideally, your partner will mirror that depth that you desire.

💭 Possible fated agendas : Transforming yourself through beauty, breaking norms surrounding love, beauty & fashion, tough relationships, transformation through your love life

𖤝 Sagittarius (°9,°21) | 9th House

You need a relationship that is enlightening. One where you share a fondness for humour. You may prefer to feel like you married your best friend; someone you can be yourself and goof around with. Someone you can always find yourself sitting on the same page with. A relationship that allows you to grow and learn and support you through any experience that life may bring your way. You need that support, understanding and spirit from your partner more than you'd prefer anything fancy or overly romantic ( even though you would appreciate it). What you yearn for in love ultimately, is a forever friendship and a partner you're free do explore with. Someone to guide you and teach you as well.

💭 Possible fated agendas : Honouring your cultural norms or aesthetic (traditional attire, makeup, culture), exploring expressions through religion and foreign cultures

𖤝 Capricorn (°10,°22) | 10th House

You need a relationship that will stand the harshest test of all; time. You desire love with maturity, perseverance, someone that can provide for you or someone worth providing for. Someone on your level when it comes to priorities and responsibilities. Someone that thinks of others (loved ones) before they think of themselves. You prefer someone that can keep you in the right direction and give you the proper guidance that you need. Someone that can take charge and take the burdens away from you (or alternatively someone that can depend on you and trust you with important things). Someone who sees your strengths and respects your way of life or expressions.

💭 Possible fated agendas : Stagnancy in self expression through fashion or art, being known for your craft (through art/expressions), acting, looking more mature and modest

𖤝 Aquarius (°11,°23) | 11th House

You desire a love that is different than the mundane. A love that is eye-catching, and silly but most of all genuine. A relationship that you can take of all your shiny shoes & waddle on home to knowing that they'll be happier to see you than whatever happened to your shoes in the first place. A relationship that misses your brain and not your looks or body in your absence. Though this placement also contributes to a love for the masses. Some people with this placement are quite amoured by the idea of fame and being seen (since Venus still talks about your expression as well; art, self etc) you may be in love with that idea of you becoming someone that people see.

Ex: Jay-Z has North node in Aquarius ° 28 Cancer in the 6th house, Taylor swift has North node in Aquarius °16 Cancer in the 5th house. Marilyn Monroe has North node in the 11th house.

💭 Possible fated agendas : Viral beauty, multiple admirers/suitors, revered for your love life/art/beauty/expression/your choice of partners or partnerships, style icon (in the 11th house specifically)

𖤝 Pisces (°12,°24) | 12th House

You are in love with love. The enamorous feelings of falling in love and getting to know them, being enchanted by your lover, finding that perfect person to complete your little story that you've built in your head. You are an extremist when it comes to the art of romance & expression; meaning that no matter who you see and what you do you look of "that person" in them. You may have felt a strong desire for a certain type of partner or partnership all your life & in a way have lived your life in love with something or someone you can't see. What you desire is true romance (no, not that horny movie starring Christian Slater) one with a happily ever after for you & your partner. One where you can get along on a deeper, more spiritual side with one another.

Ex: Elizabeth Taylor has north node in the 12th house & in Pisces! You can say what you want about her love life but she herself was a true romantic; constantly searching for the love of her life and someone that could sweep her of her feet. Love has been a large part of her life in both reputation & personal experiences. You can sort of say, she lived for love to some degree.

Matty Healy also has North node in pisces! Which is really, not surprising if you've read my post about him lolol

💭 Possible fated agendas : A confusing love life, multiple people being in love with you, being the one that got away, being the person that people do have a hard time moving on from

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[sativaonsaturn]

venus observations

a leo venus is a passionate and dedicated lover - if you deserve it. the opposite energy will be presented if we believe we’re being taken advantage of because leo venus also can get the ick quite easily.

a leo venus also looooves to give gifts! the second a partner or a family member says “i wish” or “i need” leo already has the gift in their cart.

in true virgo nature, a virgo venus is pretty unwavering in their standards for a relationship. even if they choose to stay, virgo is still likely to nitpick if they’re unhappy. it’s recommended for them to look for what’s on their list and not for potential.

an aquarius venus makes such a great friend. any aqua placement is usually interested in humanity so it makes sense that they’d be fun loving and supportive and sociable (11th house).

similar to this, if your venus is in the 11th house you may want to be friends with someone before you date. you may not even realize you want a relationship with someone until you know they can be a good friend and you two have a solid bond.

a scorpio venus’ love is unmatched. their love is not just passionate, it’s profound, it’s intense. once they’ve established that you’re their person, they can’t see anyone else. some say that scorpio’s love is too much but i think the right person will feel safe and a real sense of belonging.

you cannot keep a sagittarius venus where they don’t wanna be. they can’t stay where feel stifled or codependent and they want to know that they’re experiencing as much life as they would if they were single. a sag venus will love a partner who can love them as deeply as they do while respecting their individuality.

a capricorn venus is serious about their love and in such a romantic way. if you want someone who will plan dates, buy your outfits, introduce you to family; cap is the one for you. however capricorn will not behave this way unless they see true potential/ a future.

pisces venus can be either flighty and detached or head over heels in love. this isn’t to say that they can’t ever find a balance but it takes awareness for them. pisces also tends to place expectations on those they love and become disappointed when they fall short.

someone w/ venus in the 4th house is typically in search of a partner who will make them feel at home. often are adamant about pursuing marriage and a feeling of security more than anything.

small edit: a leo venus also loves to receive gifts! especially thoughtful ones or ones w/ sentimental value. they like to feel like you were really considering them when you bought it

sativaonsaturn 🍃🪐

[amazingwriter101]

🎀Random Astrology Notes🎀

Hiii! It's been so long since the last time I posted (I was so busy at uni) I hope everyone is doing fine! 💙 Here's my random astro notes/observation 💋

🎀 Venus in Aquarius are likely attracted to someone who is intellectually stimulating, unconventional, and values independence. This placement desires a partner who embraces uniqueness, is open-minded, and engages in deep, thoughtful conversations. So someone who respects personal freedom and enjoys exploring new ideas will appeal to this placement.

🎀 Someone with Juno in Sagittarius seeks a lifelong/long-term partner who is adventurous, optimistic, and growth-oriented. Someone who shares a passion for travel, learning, and expanding horizons would be ideal. They value truth, honesty, freedom,and a relationship filled with excitement and exploration.

🎀 People with Water Rising + Earth Sun (especially Scorpio Risings) can leave a strong first impression. They will most likely come across as someone who is intense, ambitious, and confident with a hint of rebelliousness. Their aura feels like a combination of mystery, authority, charisma, and boldness.

🎀 Moon in Virgo is probably the perfectionist of the zodiac who can't relax until everything is labeled, organized, and sanitized. Your idea of emotional security? A perfectly curated to-do list and color-coded spreadsheets for feelings and activities. One of the best people to give constructive criticism (unless you're very sensitive, believe me their words can hurt even tho most of the time they don't mean to hurt you.) They see emotions are just puzzles waiting to be solved.

🎀 Leo Moon + Scorpio Rising = walking contradiction. Their duality is wild. Enigmatic, mysterious, private mask with the scorpio rising while the leo moon screams for applause, admiration and center of attention. it's like "Hey, notice me but don't make it obvious." "look but don't touch." such a power play.

🎀 Venus in Pisces is the hopeless romantic that probably see red flags as a beautiful shade of crimson and admire it. Stop saying you can fix someone, you can't! Please stop falling for potentials and trying to save individuals who doesn't even want to be saved. Forget the "Love is sacrifice", you're not their therapist, and martyrdom isn't sexy.

🎀 Venus in Leo folks love to make an entrance—they’re like DIVA of relationships. They expect their partners to shower them with attention, affection, and maybe a red carpet once in a while. If they’re not getting enough adoration, they might just start singing “Single Ladies” to themselves.

🎀 Moon in Aquarius person feels more at home in a group chat about physics than on a cozy night in with a romantic partner. They’re super into ideas, innovation, and making a difference—but don't ask them to express their feelings too much. You might get a "let's analyze this emotionally" instead of a hug. Might not work with someone who wants a lovey-dovey affectionate relationship.

🎀 Saturn in Taurus is the person who buys the most reliable, sturdy chair at the furniture store... and then waits 20 years to get a new one because "it’s perfectly fine." They have an unshakable commitment to stability and material comfort, but they might be a little too attached to their "favorite" blanket—don’t even think about touching it.

🎀 Venus Conjunct Mars in natal chart is like the romantic-comedy genre. The chemistry is palpable, and there’s a lot of flirtation, passion, and energy flying around. They’re the kind of person who can turn a quick coffee date into a whirlwind romance—and probably end up with matching tattoos by the end of the week.

🎀 Venus in Aquarius is the quirky, "I’m not like other people" type of lover. They’re attracted to what’s unique, eccentric, or revolutionary. Their idea of a perfect date might involve a debate about the future of technology or attending an avant-garde art exhibit. Forget the traditional romantic gestures—they’d rather build a robot together.

🎀 Venus in Taurus is the ultimate “Netflix and chill” person—literally. If you know the tiktoker that lives the fancy life, eating steak, travelling and enjoying? That's a good definition of Taurus and their ideal life. They value comfort, stability, and all the luxuries of life, especially good food and soft blankets. They’ll adore you with cuddles, gifts, and the finest chocolate—because who wouldn’t want to spoil their lover with cozy indulgences? But if you try to rush them, you might find yourself in a battle of wills. They prefer slow, steady love that’s built to last… with a side of gourmet snacks.

🎀 Venus in Cancer is a cuddly, emotional romantic 🦀 who wants to build a cozy home with their partner—and maybe a family of cats while they’re at it. They’re deeply sentimental and love making their loved ones feel cared for with homemade meals and personalized gestures. If you can make them feel safe, you’ll have their heart forever. Just don’t mess with their emotional boundaries, because they’re like a fortress when it comes to protecting their feelings.

🎀 Venus in Aries is like the spark that lights the fire of romance. They fall fast and love fiercely, but their attention span can be as short as a Snapchat story. The thrill of the chase is their thing—so, if you're playing hard to get, you're already ahead of the game. Once they're in a relationship, expect passionate moments, spontaneous adventures, and lots of energy.

🎀 Mars in Taurus is like the bulldozer of the zodiac—slow and steady, but extremely determined. They have an impressive amount of stamina and will stick with a task until it’s done right. Unlike the fiery Aries, Taurus likes to take their time and get things done with quality. Want them to rush? Good luck! They’ll just give you the side-eye and continue on at their own pace. But if you need someone reliable who’s not going to give up, this is your person.

🎀 Mars in Virgo is like a military general with a perfectly organized schedule. These folks are action-oriented, but they’re not impulsive—they want to make sure that every detail is sorted before they go charging ahead. They’re fantastic at problem-solving, and they approach challenges with a calm, methodical attitude. They’re not about drama—they’re about efficiency. But be warned: they might become slightly perfectionistic and a little too focused on the fine print, which could slow things down.

[helslastangel]

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Random Observations #9

Y'all still need the disclaimer or will reason prevail?

🦂 Scorpio Mars are POWERHOUSES in my not-so-humble opinion. If you are prone to procrastination, especially in your career or as an entrepreneur, Aries Mars might hype you up but a Scorpio Mars (esp in 10H) is gonna make damn sure you finish your to-do list.

I had a friend with this placement and she literally bribed me with weed to come to her house, then she took my phone and house keys and made me sit and finish designing my business cards and send them to Vistaprint before she'd give my damn keys back. Made over $5K USD from my next few clients though so I wasn't even mad about it lol

🦀 I don't care what the astrology girls like to say - my observations of Cancer moons is that they are FORGIVING AF. Like it takes a lot for a Cancer moon to be really done with you and chances are you're more wrong than they are.

Cancer moons come off as manipulative to a lot of people. But when you actually dig below the surface, you'll notice this common thread where people who aren't good at seeing other people's points of view unless they need something immediately project that attitude onto people who genuinely give a shit.

Obviously there are evil Cancer moons and they're extra terrifying for the above reason, but they're the minority and the slander is unnecessary imo. The people who have literally put up with my WORST behavior the longest and genuinely dropped it after a good open conversation were all Cancer moons.

👬 Which leads me to another interesting astro trope I'd like to kick over right about now. Gemini moons. Love them but in my experience they are usually what people think Cancer moons are. Gemini moons, from my observation, don't soak up as much, if any, of other peoples' energies. They're gonna keep it moving emotionally regardless of how you wanna be in the moment. That means they can easily smile with you for years if that's the path of least resistance, but that does NOT mean they particularly like, care about or think highly of you at all. They MIGHT, but you will NOT know unless they want you to know or you somehow trigger them enough to rip the black tape off the redacted parts of their mental file on you.

If you're someone who is used to everything being totally transparent and straightforward, you're in for a wild ride with a Gemini moon in your life. I've had quite a few as friends or coworkers, etc., and I promise without fail there always came the day where I ended up wiping tears of laughter from my eyes, feet up on my desk, twiddling my thumbs listening to the 11-minute voice note from the latest Gemini moon in my life. Pretty much telling me in no uncertain terms exactly what they thought of me, where I should go, why, and how happy they would be to direct me there personally.

As a Capricorn moon, I never have the kind of reaction they'd like to this but it's always interesting to see the abrupt change as they can literally seem perfectly cool 3 minutes before the other twin takes over. I don't even think it's a good or bad thing, just how it goes.

Cancer moons seem this way but chances are you chose to ignore the VERY OBVIOUS SIGNS THAT SOMETHING (probably everything) was wrong, lol. Cancer moons can't hide their feelings for shit (reason #101 why I love them; it's easier for me to fix a problem if i can quickly see there is one 😂).

🦁 Let's change tracks and talk about Leo mercuries for a minute. Y'all get your inside and outside voices mixed up a LOT, lol. Every Leo mercury I know had trouble speaking quietly in quiet-appropriate situations but then catch them outside trying to get their friends attention at the other side of the street and suddenly it's like Tom got their tongue and tossed it to Jerry. Can barely get a sound out. Why is that? I know it wouldn't be all Leo mercuries but for those who experience this, please tell me what it is, I'm genuinely curious lol. As a Libra mercury I kinda have a similar problem. On another note, I've noticed that Leo mercuries can be highly persuasive people even if solely because of the amount of power and confidence they put behind the things they say.

My ex-husband has Leo Mercury at 24° (Pisces degree) and I promise you that man could make you believe anything against your will 😂 One time he was trying to get out of having to go to a friend's event and rather than just decline like a normal person, he crafted this masterpiece of an excuse that somehow involved me needing his attention (I had been on the couch under his arm half the day so no lol) but the way he spoke on the phone?

I swear to God even I caught myself nodding along all like "yeah, yes I did feel a bit neglected today and wanted more time with babe"... 😂😂😂 like NO TF I DID NOT FEEL NEGLECTED AT ALL but I got second-hand convinced lol. And yes he was loud when I or his friends were 12 inches away but couldn't raise his voice for shit to order through the drive-thru at McDonald's lol it was cute, though, I'd do the yelling into the intercom thing 😂

🐟 Lemme say this about Pisces suns - you are very underrated, from my observations. I've noticed Pisces suns in particular struggle with one of two major issues when it comes to others' perceptions of them - either people seem compelled to minimize/infantilize their contributions and achievements, or people fail to notice they exist altogether (or forget about them easily). I've always held my Pisces sun friends close for as long as I could and hyped them up because nearly every Pisces sun I've met has been incredibly talented and usually creative in some way. I'm talking genius levels of ability in some area that goes completely overlooked or undervalued by the majority of people in their circles.

These are the people who you vaguely notice as the cool server, hot bartender, friendly delivery guy, helpful sales associate, only for you to run into them somewhere else and you find out they run a whole personal training business or play 6 instruments perfectly and give lessons to kids, or taught themselves professional photography and have a camera in their bedroom worth more than your savings account. I've met so many Pisces suns who seemed to be one way and then there were so many layers to them that it was like reading an interactive novel.

That's what was on my mind for now, drop your favorite placement from your own chart in the comments, I'll compile them for random observations #10 😘

[heartlilith]

LATE NIGHT SYNASTRY OBSERVATIONS

Here are some of my observations and opinions on various placements - Part 1

💗 Speaking from experience, having 8th house synastry/prominent Pluto aspects with someone makes it extremely hard to leave the relationship

💗 I definitely believe that if someone’s Venus is in your 8th house, not only do you change dramatically throughout the relationship (esp after a break up) but the planet person does too

💗 Moon in the 1st house synastry reminds me of when someone says something weird and you immediately look at your best friend and they’re looking at you hahaha it’s like mind reading - you’re super in tune with each others emotions

💗 My mom’s Gemini Mercury is in my 6th house and she stresses me tf out. She’ll say “Can you clean the house today? I need you to vacuum and mop the floors, dust, do laundry, fill the dishwasher and take the dog out”. I don’t mind doing it but why does she have to list it out like that 😫

💗 Having 7th house synastry is cool like half the time. The other half is the planet person acting like hater. I do like 7th house synastry in relationships cause this happens to a lesser degree but in friendships I’ve noticed it a lot.

💗 Mars/Mercury conjunct Lilith in synastry likes dirty talk in the bedroom. Usually the Lilith person is the one to talk dirty and it drives Mars/Mercury person crazy but I can see it going both ways.

💗 Harsh Pluto aspects in synastry is not for the weak. Control, anger, obsession, and power struggles have a good chance of sneaking up on you whether it’s you or your partner taking on dark Plutonian traits.

💗 If you have 12th house synastry with someone that’s platonic, reevaluate your friendship and make sure they’re actually acting like a friend. 12th house synastry with friends can be shadyyyyy (12th house = hidden enemies, smoky mirrors)

💗 Having 1st, 5th, and 9th house synastry with friends is a helluva good time - you have lots of fun together and create the best memories

💗 Ascendant aspecting Saturn in synastry can create boredom in relationships. Not bored of each other, bored cause you guys never go out or do much.

💗 ^ I feel like this one can be easily overridden. Like if you have harmonious Jupiter aspects or well placed Mars signs then that would take over but sometimes you do experience the boredom and it sucks

💗 10th house synastry - power couple 🔥

💗 Heavy water house overlays indicate karmic relationships, earth overlays indicates learning lessons in relationships, heavy fire house overlays indicates intense and fast paced relationships and water house overlay indicates a deep and transformative relationship

💗 Love at first sight in astrology has to be a mix of 1st, 8th (sometimes), and 12th house synastry mixed with Pluto, Mars, and Venus aspects. Lust at first sight too.

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[cupidlovesastro]

𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒚 𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒏𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝒂𝒓𝒈𝒖𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 + 𝒉𝒐𝒘 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒓𝒈𝒖𝒆

aries- there could be a lot of anger when people with this placement argues, even if they're not angry, they sound angry. when you express your frustrations through words, you could be very confrontational. also, there could be many cuss words lol. another thing i can see with someone with this placement is that they can catch an attitude pretty easily. they're also very quick with responses and comebacks. they could be the type to lead the argument and also being impulsive with their words. sometimes this can really hurt others or you, by damaging relationships with your words. you may also make decisions on a whim

taurus- you could start off calm, then gradually get more aggressive. these individuals may not worry about getting the last word, or being the most argumentative, but they care about being truthful. they also could speak slower, regardless of wether they’re arguing or not. they take their time with what they’re saying, and the need a minute to process their thoughts. also, even if they are really understanding of what you’re saying, they could come off as stubborn. when they stating their point, they could just seem like they are not listening even when they are. they also can make better listeners than speakers, but it’s hard to make them change their mind

gemini- when these individuals argue they could use smarter words or bigger words to prove their point. they could also take it very unserious lol. they may not necessarily find the argument funny, but they try to be lighthearted. also, they are quick with their words and thought process. they bounce off words very easily, and they often have a lot to say. they want to argue with logic, not their emotions, and they’re going to tell you the logical side of things. they may be a little childish about things, or not take it as seriously as you would hope, and their words could also be persuasive

cancer- there could definitely be a lot of emotions behind what they say, and everything they say may not be logical. their way with words could definitely persuade you though. when they argue, they could get emotional, or at least sound like they are getting emotional. there could also be points that they forget to mention because they left it in their subconscious mind. it’s hard for them to make decisions without it being emotion based. also, they could come off as emotionally manipulative, even if they’re not trying to be. they are good at expressing empathy and sympathy though

leo- there’s a lot of passion when these people argue. they can have a naturally loud voice, but when they are arguing it can definitely get louder. also they can take control of the argument, like they’re the one who’s controlling which way the argument goes if that makes sense. they can also be quite bold with what they say, wether is be bold in the sense that you never expected them to say that or bold as in they are confrontational. they could also have a lot of emotion in their voice, and a powerful voice at that.

virgo- these individuals want to argue with logic and logic only. they don’t really care to get into the emotional side, maybe after the argument is done, but not during. they have an organized way of bringing up information as well. for example, if the argument is about multiple things that bother them, they might go through the list in chronological order, instead of just saying anything. i could also see that these individuals may ramble. their voice could also be nonchalant, even if they aren’t feeling nonchalant. these people could also really not enjoy arguing, but they will if they have to

libra- these people want the argument to be balanced, and lead to peace. they don’t want to argue or start conflict, without there being some kind of resolution. they want to be heard just as much as they would like to listen to the other side of the argument. their voice could be in a calm tone, and they could also have a lot to say. they might even try to charm their way out of the issue lol. i can also see that some people with this placement might have a difficult time seeing another persons point of view if they have other placements that could influence that.

scorpio- their words could hold a lot of meaning to you, like their words could make or break someone if that makes sense. when these people argue it can get destructive fast. they can go from being fine to saying words that cut deep. these individuals may not say everything that’s on their mind and they could honestly keep a lot of things to their self, but when they snap, they can snap hard. i could also see that, people with this placement could get emotional, maybe not easily or maybe they won’t express it at first, but they feel things deep. also, they may know exactly what your going to say next because they’re readers, like body linguistics lol. they’re also intuitive and they will be very hurt or upset if you lie to them

sagittarius- talk about the king/queen of arguing. they literally represent the higher mind, law, debate, education, learning, etc. they are bringing facts and nothing but facts. it’s hard to change a sagittarius mercury’s mind once it’s been made. they could get very passionate and start talking boldly and loudly which can make them come off angrily, although they may not be. they could also be impulsive with the things they do or say. they are also optimistic people, they could take arguments as a learning experience instead of something to regret. this could also be hard to express though, as sagittarius and gemini (gemini is ruled by mercury) are opposites. so, this may not be the most comfortable placement

capricorn- these people are quite serious when they argue, nothing is a laughing matter to them. they also may struggle with speaking their mind, and they could be more of the listening type than the arguing type. these people could also ramble quite a bit before getting to the point. they restrict their selves from saying what they have to say, but once it’s out it’s out. there could be a difficulty expressing what they’re genuinely feeling during the argument. they don’t care to be loud, they would like to be heard when speaking though. their voices can go from soft to assertive as well. i can see that they may also use words that are exactly what they mean, despite them struggling to communicate their thoughts

aquarius- individuals with this placements could be hard to read while arguing. they may be detached, distant, and unexpressive with their demeanor. when arguing, they could be quiet at first, but have a lot to say. the words they use could also be long, or big, or even words that are rarely used. if they don’t tell you how they feel now, they could tell you through text or calls. the way they would like to navigate the argument though, is through finding a solution, and it may be creative in some way. like something you would’ve never thought of. what they say or the way they react may also be unpredictable. maybe you didn’t expect them to snap, or even get a little emotional

pisces- these people could have many things that will not be said. they don’t enjoy arguing and confrontation, for the main reason being that they empathize and can be susceptible to agreeing even if they really don’t. these individuals could want to cry quite fast, or at least get emotional fast. they may get angry, but if they do it will be expressed passive aggressively. there could be things they might forget to mention, mainly because it’s on in this unconscious or subconscious mind. they may also be secretive, when you don’t expect it, they could tell you something that you didn’t know they knew. they’re also intuitive so they could know when you are lying or at least not telling the full truth. when expressing their thoughts though, their emotions are pretty clear

[burrowdarling]

Your Surprise Tattoo

Summary: You make the decision to get a tattoo and surprise Joe with it.

Pairings: boyfriend!Joe Burrow x girlfriend!reader

Requested: Yes | No

Warnings: Some steamy talk post-tattoo

Note: Heyo! A totally random idea I had that I figured could be fun to write. I haven't done a headcanon in a bit and thought this idea would be a good fit. Enjoy!

Word Count: 935

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You’d had this idea in mind for a while, something you always floated back and forth between since you were in your teens 

You’ve always taken a liking to tattoos but were unsure of exactly what you wanted to get and the right placement

Your parents always said that you had to wait until you were old enough and out of their house to do so if you ever wanted one

Over time, once you moved out, you ended up getting a few small ones scattered about your body

None too large or conspicuous 

Joe had always found the idea of tattoos cool, knowing that a majority of his teammates had them

When you first got together, he made a game out of finding the few you did have

When you told him you wanted to get another one, he didn’t mind too much

If anything it sent him down a rabbit hole of the possibilities of you with different tattoos, the placements, filling his mind with images of you

The thought did loom in his mind of what you wanted to get and where it would be, the anticipation and curiosity getting to him

You assured him it would be something hidden a majority of the time, calming a bit of his nerves to not send him into total shock when you did get it

He also secretly liked the idea of it being something that only he could see

That sent his mind reeling at the thought of you with tattoos

What would you get?

Would you want more than one?

Where were you gonna put it?

When? 

You also never told him when you were getting it, keeping to the idea of a surprise

You planned it during a time he was out of town, giving the piece some time to heal up and not be covered so he could see everything 

It was a totally ballsy move, but you figured go big or go home, and would truly test your pain tolerance

Yeah, it could be totally stupid to get something in such a sensitive area, but you really did like the way they looked

You connected with your local artist chosen and set a date, excited for what was to come

You went for a bit of a cliche back tattoo, some flowers with a butterfly that you felt would look really pretty

You knew it was basic, but it’s what made you happy so who cares

It came out exactly as you hoped it would, you were totally in love with it and had a feeling Joe would be too

It was a few days later when he arrived home, none the wiser to your newest addition to your skin

He’d come back from the facility sweaty and in need of a shower

You figured this was as good of a time as any to finally show him 

“You care if I hop in there with you?” you asked, not that this was ever anything new for you

“If I ever tell you no to an opportunity to see you naked, then you have full permission to fight me,” Joe said with a laugh

You ended up in your shared bathroom, you gathering the towels and Joe going to start the water

Here goes nothing you thought to yourself

You set the towels down on the counter and with Joe behind you, you slipped your shirt over your head

You heard a deep groan behind you quickly followed by hands wrapping around your waist

“When’d you get that done, hmm?” Joe asked, his voice heavy with curiosity and lust

“Wellll you did say that you wanted me to surprise you with it so I figured you being gone was the best time. Now I was able to show it to you when it was closer to fully healed”

Joe just groaned out another response

His mind was racing and blank all at the same time, nonverbals were his safest response

“What do you think, do you like it?” you asked, attempting to turn towards him but he held your hips firmly in place

“That’s not even a question, sweetheart”

And MY GOD did he like it

There weren’t words he could find at that moment to describe exactly how he felt about the new ink that went down your spine

His mind was too far gone elsewhere to come up with a coherent enough response to truly tell you how much he loved it

His fingers traced the edge of your tattoo trailing down your back, giving you chills down your spine at his tender touch

“Did it hurt?” he asked, feeling like he knew the obvious answer to the question

“Of course like a bitch, but I have it now and I love it” you spoke honestly, feeling your voice waiver the more he touched your skin

The room began to heat up from the steam of the hot water running behind you, forgotten about from the sight in front of him

“The shower can wait, I’m taking you right here right now”

He started to bend you over the counter, your chest pressing into the cold material while his warm hands traced delicate lines over the art on your back

You could feel his hard on through the flimsy fabric of his gym shorts making your breathing hitch

“Joe we could also do it in the shower, two birds one stone type of thing,” you said with a light laugh

“Who said there can’t be a round two?”

Joe had gotten a new appreciation for tattoos that day

[kaleldobrev]

Taste

Pairing: Dean Winchester x F. Reader

Feat. Character(s): Reader & Dean Winchester

Summary: Dean going down on you in the back of Baby

Word Count: 657

Warnings: Cursing (4x), Smut (Fingering & Oral — F Receiving)

Authors Note: Takes place during season one | If you liked this, don’t forget to like & reblog. I really appreciate it! Feedback is always welcome ♡

The uncomfortableness of the backseat didn’t faze you, as having sex in this specific position was one you were accustomed to; even before picking up Sam from Stanford.

Late night make out sessions before quietly leaving the motel room to find solace in Baby had become routine for you and Dean, as neither one of you wanted to be the one responsible for waking up Sam; knowing that he would give an earful to both of you.

Your bare back slightly stuck to the leather as Dean started to trail kisses down your chest and abdomen, stopping just above the hem of your shorts. The sounds of your back lifting up from the leather caused Dean to stop what he was doing, slight concern crossing his face. “Want me to put the blanket or my jacket down?” He asked, his hands already going for the blanket on the floor.

“Please,” you replied; almost semi-peeling yourself up from the leather seat. You covered your chest with your arms, unsure of why you did so, as this wasn’t the first (nor would it be the last) time Dean had seen you naked.

Happy with the placement of the blanket, he gave you a quick peck on the lips before gently lying you back down onto the backseat — your back no longer sticking to the leather.

Dean went back to kissing your abdomen again, and then hooked his fingers into the waistband of your shorts. You lifted your ass up a bit, just enough for him to remove your shorts — the look in his eyes was priceless when he realized you had nothing on underneath. “Expecting this were you?” He grinned, throwing your shorts onto the floor next to him.

Spreading your legs, you couldn’t help but grin. “Always,” you said, starting to run your fingertips up and down your thigh.

Without a second thought, he hooked your legs over his shoulders; his eyes level with your now exposed pussy. “Been wanting to do this all day,” he said, starting to kiss your inner thighs.

“Says the one who just gave me shit for going commando,” you grinned. You could feel his slightly stubbled smirk in your thighs, followed by him mumbling something you couldn’t quite make out.

His tongue made a long strip on your clit, and you let out a small moan at the contact. You too had been craving this all day. His tongue started slow, doing those intricate swirls he usually did so effortlessly with his tongue, that caused you to slightly squirm. His hand splayed on your stomach, trying to keep you from moving too much as he started to slowly fuck you with a combination of his fingers and tongue.

“Fuck,” you breathed out; feeling yourself starting to clench around him; a smirk returning on his lips. It didn’t take long for Dean to get you there, as he was a self proclaimed expert when it came to knowing exactly the right moves to get you to come not only quickly, but hard.

Your whole body shuddered, and your knees began to go weak. You were thankful for the support of his shoulders, as if you didn’t, you knew your whole body would have gone limp.

He continued to alternate between using his tongue and fingers as you rid out your orgasm; your pussy starting to get sensitive from the intense orgasm that your boyfriend had just provided you with.

Coming down from your high, he removed his fingers and tongue from you, and you slightly whined at the loss of him. "Always so fucking good," he said, sticking his fingers in his mouth, licking them clean.

As you propped yourself up on your semi-shakey elbows, he looked at you, slightly grinning, and you couldn't help but smirk in return. "What are you thinking about?" He asked.

"How it's my turn to taste you," you replied; a look of pure lust in his eyes.

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[the-oracleof-delphi]

PAC: Who are your spirit guides?

Hello, long time. :) Here we will find out the personality of your spirit guides, I am not giving any name to them. I hope this reading delivers the message you need.

Pile One - White Cat Chair [ Listing from memory because I forgot to note it down. Cards: The Tower, Queen of Wands, 5 of Swords, 8 of Wands ]

:: Your spirit guide is someone who is abrupt. Like they may cause sudden changes in your life. I am getting a very nonchalant but also intense sort of an energy.

:: Not really a helicopter parent type, they usually let you fend for yourself. :)) But when something/someone in your life is no longer serving their purpose, they will probably yank it out of your path. If you are someone who stubbornly holds onto things, this guide is here to make sure things don't reach the point where they turn toxic. They can dismantle your life if need be. Sometimes they may be a bit tough on you.

:: She is fiery. Initially I was going to say you have a "male" guide, but it seems more like they are a "woman" but with traditionally masculine traits. I am getting rationality, practicality, and clarity as their characteristics. If you worship deities, this guide maybe a goddess who engages in warfare.

:: If you lost a loved one with prominent air and fire in their birth chart, they may be serving as your spirit guide right now.

:: They are pretty straight-forward, say if you are to communicate with them, I feel like your will get clear answers. Day time maybe the best time if you are trying to contact them.

:: They are protective over you. Even though they are not monitoring your steps all the time, they do make sure that nobody can cause you any harm. Sunflowers and cats may be of significance.

Pile Two - Oyster [ Cards: Knight of Cups, The Moon, 8 of Wands, 2 of Cups ]

:: I am getting a very watery energy. Surely your guide has something to do with emotions. I also feel like you are connected to your spirit guide, they communicate with you clearly and directly whether you know it or not.

:: If you work with deities, this guide maybe someone associated with water. If your guide is a passed loved one, they may have prominent water placements or Pisces in their chart. Moon, scorpion, and water maybe of significance. If you are trying to get in touch with your guide - night time would be the best time. I feel like you will be more in tune with them at night.

:: This guide maybe someone who is/will help you navigate your love life, or personal relationships. They are caring and very protective, if they were a person, their love may have felt smothering at times.

:: Right now I feel like this guide is helping you manage your emotions/heal you emotionally/gain emotional fulfillment. Also, actively blocking blocking anyone who drains you emotionally, I focused on the image of an "empty cup" or a person has nothing to offer to you.

:: If you are looking for a romantic partner, this guide won't let you settle for less.

Pile Three - Tea cup [ Cards: Queen of Cups, 7 of Cups, The Magician, 8 of Swords ]

:: Okay, so this is a strange message. This reading may have two interpretations, but the overall energy I am getting is very gloomy. Like someone who is struggling mentally, caught in their own self-limiting beliefs.

:: Interpretation one. Pile three, if you are into spirituality I feel like you need to take a break from it. The word that popped up in my mind is "magician". But not in a good way. There is an underlying vibe of something not right.

:: I do not mean to scare you but spiritual psychosis is a thing. If perhaps, you indulge too much into these readings, from different readers and sites your energy gets muddled. The answers you seek lose their accuracy. You need to distance yourself from divination for the time being. This is the main message I am getting.

:: Another interpretation would be, if you aren't someone who is not into spirituality and just choosing a pile out of curiosity, your 'self' has become completely detached from your spiritual side. You are being urged to reconnect.

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[dissociativewriter]

It’s just a game, right?

Pairing: Reader x LADS Boys

wc: 3.6k

cw: this is a crack fic, tension, bickering, dramatics, proposed murder, mentions of prostitution, you can tell my Sylus bias; not proofread

Synopsis: You invited your five close friends over for a game of Clue. Sure, you were nervous, but how bad could it be?

author’s note: inspired by @alynnia ‘s reblog on this post! Kinda went off the rails but i still think it’s funny. When Sylus was talking about his job as a fruit vendor and mentions how popular the pomegranates are, i almost had him say it was dragonfruit instead, but i wanted to lean into his (albeit minor) pomegranate symbolism. Also im sorry but there’s not much Xavier :( I wasn’t sure how to write him so he’s asleep a lot

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Boxes shifted precariously as you carefully pulled Clue from the very middle of the pile. Board games swayed threateningly as you halted your movements, Clue half-out in this impromptu game of jenga. Holding the box triumphantly in both hands, you used your hip to shut the cabinet door, moving forward into the living room.

You dropped it on the coffee table before leaving to get more snacks from the kitchen. Stopping to check the time, you made a mental checklist as you noted you had only thirty minutes until your guests would arrive (if they were on time, that is). You had to put the snacks out, make everything cozy for game night, and shove the growing laundry pile into the closet, hidden away from sight, along with other unsightly or embarrassing things you’d removed from your home.

Of course, you wouldn’t put it past your guests to snoop around anyway.

You set out small bowls of chips, crackers, popcorn, cookies, and chocolates. You only hoped they wouldn’t run out in the first ten minutes. Centering the game’s board in the center with the various bowls around it, you set out all of the little things. The pile of cards (un-shuffled right now. Knowing your guests, they’d want to see you deal them to know you didn’t cheat) off to the side, the small character pieces in their rightful places, and the tiny revolver, rope, lead pipe, wrench, knife, and candlestick placed in various rooms on the board. You grinned proudly at you work, enjoying the aesthetic placement of everything on the table.

Swiftly picking up your laundry as you entered the bedroom, you unceremoniously dumped the pile in your closet along with any other skeletons you didn’t want them seeing. Next, you grabbed a couple fluffy blankets and plucked six plushies off your bed: Pinecone Bear, Bunbun, Happy Snowman, Artsy Birb, Grumpy Crow, and Sunny Apple. You arranged them in a neat pile on the table next to your front door, making sure each was visible.

You took one final look at your living room, tossing a blanket here, fluffing a pillow there. Overall, it had all the coziness you’d wanted. You dimmed the lights, keeping only a couple lamps around the coffee table. Moving the box away from the setup, you jolted as you realized the detective notebooks had been forgotten. You quickly grabbed six, tossing them onto the table, as you rushed to the kitchen, digging through your aptly named ‘junk drawer’ for six pens, pencils, hell, even chalk would do.

Grasping the sixth pencil (luckily, you hadn’t had to resort to chalk), you nearly dropped it as knock sounded on your front door. You tossed the pencils on the coffee table before smoothing out your shirt. You had one last look on the mirror, trying to make sure you looked casual but still put together, and opened the door.

Immediately craning your neck to meet piercing crimson eyes, you grinned as you welcomed him in.

He merely raised an eyebrow. “Eager, much?”

“And a bit nervous,” you sighed as you ran a hand through your hair. “I don’t know if everyone’s going to get along. I’m just hoping the night doesn’t end with me cleaning blood out of my carpet.”

He huffed out a laugh. “As if I would leave a mess for you to clean. You should know I work neatly and efficiently, sweetie.” He took a step forward, intending to move from your entryway to your living room before you placed a hand on his chest. He looked down at you expectantly.

“Before you go,” you pointed to the entryway table, “pick a plushie.”

He chuckled. “Truly, you know how to give your guests a… luxurious experience.”

You narrowed your eyes. “Just pick one, Sylus.” He grinned at you before turning to the plushies.

You watched expectantly as attentive eyes scanned over each plushie. You had an idea, of course, which one he’d pick, but now it was just a matter of seeing if you were right. You internally pumped your fist as Sylus picked up Grumpy Crow, a similar expression on his face.

“I suppose this one will suffice.”

“You sound so grumpy about it, but I see the way you’re holding him close.” You smiled knowingly before turning to walk into the living room. He followed close behind, turning Grumpy Crow over in his hands.

“It’s a he?” Sylus looked between you and the crow incredulously.

“Well, it’s not a she,” you said as if it were the most obvious thing in the world. You motioned to what you had set up for the game, a grin of pride on your face. “Here, you can sit wherever. I have snacks here and there’s drinks in the fridge.”

Sylus looked around. “It’s very… cozy. I take it I’m the first to arrive?” He looked back to you.

“You were ten minutes early,” you shrugged.

“It’s more polite to show up a few minutes early than late.”

As if on cue, a practiced knock met the door.

You quickly went to answer the door, leaving Sylus to his own devices. Opening the door, his eyes met yours briefly before beginning a methodical sweep over your apartment.

“I apologize,” he began, “if I’ve caught you in the middle of something. I wanted to make sure I was on time—” His eyes landed on Sylus looking increasingly out of place amidst fluffy blankets and fairy lights. Sylus met his gaze with a wolfish grin. “I see you already have a guest.” He eyed Sylus up and down.

Sylus rose, taking quick strides towards the door. “Yes, I’m Sylus. I assume you’re Doctor Zayne?”

Zayne swiftly adjusted his glasses before offering his hand to Sylus to shake. “Good evening, Sylus. Just Zayne will do, though. No need for honorifics outside of the office.” He offered a polite smile.

You watched, shifting on your feet, as the men stood in your entryway, sizing each other up. Though you were relieved things seemed to be going smoothly right now, you knew it could only go downhill from here given the three remaining guests. “Oh, Zayne!” He tore his gaze away from Sylus to meet your excited expression. “Before we go sit down, pick a plushie.” You motioned with a flourish to the small table beside you.

Zayne only stared at you blankly. “That’s childish,” he said bluntly.

“Now, now, doctor. If our hostess requires us to pick a plushie, I don’t see why we should deny her.” Sylus hadn’t lost his grin as he tapped his finger against his temple.

Zayne glanced between you and Sylus before sighing and grabbing Happy Snowman. He raised an eyebrow. “Satisfied?”

You nodded in approval. “Very.”

The men took seats opposite each other, and an almost-comfortable silence took over. You sat on the edge of your couch, ready to open the door.

“I understand you have a very impressive resume, Zayne,” Sylus said as he crossed his legs.

“I try.” He nodded curtly.

“So humble.” Sylus raised an eyebrow.

“I see no point in focusing on past accomplishments,” Zayne explained icily, “When there is still much to do.”

“I’m surprised you were able to make it, Zayne,” you interrupted, nervous of the rising tensions. You wanted to stop before Sylus goaded Zayne into losing his composure. It was hard enough to get Zayne to agree to join this game night, you weren’t about to let him leave before it even started. “I feel like I haven’t been able to see you much lately.”

“Greyson and Yvonne informed me I needed to ‘interact with more people outside of work.’ When you proposed a game of Clue with your friends, I felt compelled to agree.”

“Well, I know I’m quite honored that you can find the time to entertain an evening with the likes of our dear hostess’s friends and I.” Crimson eyes bore into hazel ones.

Before you could redirect the conversation, there was another knock.

“Hey, pip-squeak!” Sylus didn’t miss the doctor’s rigid posture as the recognition of the nickname, or his white knuckles as he clutched Happy Snowman tighter.

Sylus shifted closer to Zayne. “I take it you don’t like this next guest,” he whispered.

“It’s a childish prejudice,” Zayne dismissed quickly, though his eyes were trained on you as you welcomed Caleb inside.

“You seem to think a lot of things childish,” Sylus murmured. “That doesn’t render them meaningless, though.”

Zayne stared at Sylus before they both turned as Caleb entered, Sunny Apple in hand. His smile tightened as he recognized Zayne, his eyes lingering before sparing a glance to Sylus who was now sprawled across a portion of the couch.

“Sylus, Zayne, this is Caleb.” You weakly motioned to Caleb, already wincing at the thick tension. Sylus raised his chin, crimson eyes glinting with mischief.

“Ah, if it isn’t the Colonel of the Farspace Fleet. Tell me, how does one become a Colonel so young?” His head dipped down slightly as a smirk played on his lips.

At the mention of the Fleet, Caleb’s posture straightened, his smile dropping as he observed the leader of Onychinus. “Strength, precision, and loyalty,” he listed off firmly. “My various accomplishments helped me to achieve my rank in the Fleet.”

“Oh? Are you certain it wasn’t higher powers coming into play?” He cocked his head.

As Caleb took a step forward, you suddenly jumped in. “Sylus, why don’t you help me bring some drinks in? What does everyone want?” Ignoring Caleb’s glare towards Sylus and quickly noting everyone’s requests, you dragged Sylus behind you into the kitchen, noticing he was all too eager to receive your inevitable scolding.

“What is your problem?” you hissed as you pulled glasses out of your cabinet.

Sylus leaned leisurely against the counter, taking the glasses as you handed them to him. “I was merely making conversation. I’m just trying to get to know your friends, sweetie.” His smirk grew wide.

“You’re goading them on and you know it.” You narrowed your eyes at him before sighing. “Why can’t you just behave?”

“I’m only trying to make out what kind of people you make friends with,” he explained. “Since I’m one of them, I think I have at least some reason to be concerned. But if it really is that important to you,” his voice softened, “I’ll play nice, kitten.”

Your shoulders relaxed. “Thank goodness.”

“So long as they do, too,” he added as he followed you out of the kitchen, drinks in hand.

Back in the living room, Caleb and Zayne were sat in chairs opposite each other, a tense silence filling in the air. You set the drinks down on the table, Sylus close behind, as you frantically searched for something to say.

Luckily, you were spared the pain as the fourth knock of the night sounded.

As you turned to the door, Caleb asked, “Pip-squeak, how many people did you say would be comin’ over?”

“Five altogether,” you answered. “So after this, there will only be one left.”

With your back to the men, Zayne’s face broke into a small grin at Caleb’s grimace. “Are you alright, Caleb?” he asked, his brows drawing together in faux concern. “You look ill.”

“Perhaps that’s just how he looks,” Sylus drawled.

Shooting Sylus (another) glare, Caleb answered through gritted teeth, “I’m fine.”

As the group listened to the “Hey there, cutie. Did you miss me?” coming from the door, Zayne ducked his head to hide his smile as Caleb’s jaw clenched tightly.

The men observed the mop of purple hair following behind you, evidently unamused. “Zayne, Sylus, Caleb.” You pointed each of them out. “This is Rafayel.” Rafayel greeted them noticeably less excitedly than he’d greeted you, though his charm was still undeniable. He put more of his focus onto Artsy Birb as you left to get him a drink.

“So, Rafayel. What is it that you do?” Sylus asked.

Rafayel shrugged. “I guess I’m what you call an artist.”

Sylus nodded, opening his mouth to speak again when Caleb broke in. “Sylus,” he turned his head to meet crimson eyes, hands clenched to fists on his thighs. “You’re interrogating everyone else, but haven’t said anything about yourself. What is it that you do?”

Sylus waved his hand carelessly as if he were waving off the question. “I suppose you could say I’m a fruit vendor.”

“Oh? Are you very successful?” Zayne asked carefully.

“Somewhat. Our pomegranates are specifically quite popular.” He smirked.

Caleb muttered, “I never cared for pomegranate.”

Sylus eyes landed on the plushie in Caleb’s lap. “Yes, well, I never cared for apples.”

You watched from the sidelines with arms crossed as Caleb stiffened, shifting in his seat like he was about to storm over to Sylus. As if sensing your impending panic, Rafayel spoke up.

“Cutie, where’s your last guest? If he takes any longer, he’ll be late, jellyfishes will be walkin’ naked, sea turtles will be climbing trees, sharks will be eating grass for free!”

You shook your head as a grin made its way onto your face, Rafayel’s own expression mirroring your own once he caught sight of it.

“I’m sure he’ll be here soon, Raf, but…” You pulled out your phone. “Maybe I should call him. Just to make sure everything’s alright.”

Caleb stood then, putting his hand on your back to push you towards the couch. “He’ll be fine on his own, pips. We could just get started without him.” In Caleb’s mind, the less men there, the better.

Much to his chagrin, however, the fifth and final knock on the door of the night happened just as you were about to take your seat. You quickly stood, rushing to the door, leaving Caleb to mourn the loss of your warmth next to him.

The artist’s eyes focused on the Colonel, sharp, cold, and calculating now that his source of light had left for the door. “Eager, much?” He offered a charming smile that contrasted his eyes.

Violet eyes met his own. “What do you mean?”

The smile dropped, just slightly. “I understand a Colonel being territorial, but she isn’t yours.”

Sylus sighed. “As much as I hate to admit it, I agree.” He looked around at the men gathered around the coffee table, with a quick glance towards the final man still at the door. “As far as I can tell, we’re all protective over her. It’s not our place to dictate what she can or can’t do, no matter how we feel about it. This evening is clearly important to her, so I propose we all do our best to tolerate each other. At least so her night isn’t ruined.” Sylus leaned back in his chair.

Zayne nodded. “Nicely put. I will be polite so long as the rest of you are as well.” He observed each man, his gaze lingering on Caleb just a beat longer.

“Alright, alright,” Rafayel sighed. “I wouldn’t want to make her sad.”

Caleb scoffed. “How noble, Sylus. Telling us to play nice when you’re the one that’s been egging us on.”

“Surely you can understand sizing up a stranger, Colonel.” Sylus shrugged.

“Hello,” a soft voice broke through, “care to introduce me to everyone?”

The group looked up as you introduced Xavier, each man equally untrusting of his saccharine blue eyes. He moved to sit next to Sylus as you sat between Zayne and Rafayel.

You clapped your hands together. “So, are you guys ready to play?”

After mutual nods and agreements, Sylus began to lean forward. “I can shuffle the cards, if you’d like.”

“No!” You said, a little too fast. Laughing nervously, you picked up the deck of cards. “Zayne, why don’t you shuffle instead?”

He raised an eyebrow, but took the deck from your hands with no complaints. As he dealt the cards, the rest took the opportunity to stake their claims on the characters.

Sylus wordlessly took the red game piece, holding it tightly as he lounged back against his armchair.

“Wait. Did you just take Miss Scarlett?” Rafayel looked between Sylus and the board with widened eyes. Sylus only offered a nod. “No, no, no, no. I play Miss Scarlett. Not you. Me. Hand her over.” Rafayel held his hand out expectantly, bearing a striking resemblance to a petulant child.

Sylus hummed, pretending to turn the matter over. “No.”

Rafayel shot up out of his seat. “Why not? Why should it matter? Can’t you just let me have this?”

“Somethin’ tells me this is about more than a game piece,” Caleb chuckled.

“Oh, aren’t you one to talk!” Rafayel whirled on him. “Weren’t you just—”

“Raf, why don’t you just pick another character?” Your soft voice interrupted him, and all his fire was put out as he met your pleading eyes.

He sat down quietly, picking up Mrs Peacock. “Fine. I guess I don’t need to play as Miss Scarlett,” he grumbled.

Sylus remained silent, with only an amused smile on his face. Caleb reached forward, plucking Colonel Mustard from the table.

“I’m a Colonel, so I’ll play the Colonel,” he explained simply.

Zayne took Professor Plum. “I was not aware we were aiming for realism.”

Sylus barked out a laugh. “I can supply a dead body for realism,” his eyes landed on Caleb, “but then we’ll be down a player.”

Jolted awake from the ongoing shenanigans, Xavier glanced up around the group, silently grabbing Mrs White before sinking back into the couch with Bunbun held close to his chest.

Caleb met Sylus’s taunting look with his own hard gaze. “You do realize that if we’re keeping with realism, it implies that you’d be a prostitute?”

When met with silence, a triumphant smile made its way onto Caleb’s face, only to be washed away with Sylus’s noncommittal shrug. “I could do it.”

You shook your head as Caleb scoffed. “Let’s just fill in the notes from our cards,” you sighed, taking the remaining Mr Green into your hand.

Silence filled the room with only the rustling of paper and scratching of pencils.

“Sylus,” Zayne’s calculated voice suddenly broke through the silence. “Stop looking at Xavier’s cards while he’s practically falling asleep.”

Sylus smirked. “So attentive, doctor.”

Zayne was the one to sigh again, rubbing his temples as if he were already tired of this group. “Xavier, switch places with Caleb.”

Both men listened to the doctor and wordlessly switched positions.

Finally, the group settled into a comfortable rhythm as the game progressed.

You smiled to yourself as you noticed each of their guards lowering throughout the evening. The conversation became easy, banter filling the silence.

Nearly a half hour later, tension, albeit playful, filled the room as Sylus took his turn, guessing, “Mrs Peacock with the knife in the ballroom.”

For the second time that evening, Rafayel shot up out of his seat. “You think it’s me? You’ve barely even written anything down!” He motioned wildly as his voice rose in pitch. “Now you’re accusing me? Why don’t you trust me?”

Sylus ignored him as he asked each person if they could tell him he was wrong, only to be met with no’s all across the board. Not that he was surprised, of course.

He smugly picked up the ‘confidential’ file from the center of the board, pulling each card out with a flourish.

Mrs Peacock.

Knife.

Ballroom.

Rafayel shrieked, moving to the corner to hug his knees to his chest.

Caleb tossed his cards down on the table. “Damn! I was so close, I just didn’t have the room.”

“I was going to guess that on my next turn,” Zayne said.

Xavier rubbed his eyes, nearly falling asleep again when he realized it wasn’t his turn. “Oh…” he said softly. “The game’s over?”

After the outrage died down, and a few more playful (or what you wanted to believe was playful) jabs were made, the men filtered out of your apartment. United only by their truce to behave for you, they’d managed to get along without any bloodshed.

Sylus was the final one to leave, lingering in the doorway as the two of you made idle chatter.

“See? The night has ended and you aren’t left to clean any blood from your carpet.” He smirked down at you.

“Yeah, yeah,” you muttered. “You kept your promise. Don’t think I didn’t notice you purposefully annoying each of them, though.” You narrowed your eyes.

His smile grew fond. “Well, it seems you’ve caught me,” he said softly. “Perhaps we could do this again. The evening was… tolerable.”

Your eyes light up. “So you did enjoy yourself!”

Sylus glanced away from you, avoiding eye contact. “I dislike the Colonel. The doctor was nice. The hunter and the artist were a bit unusual, but tolerable nonetheless,” he said swiftly. He looked into your eyes again, curiously flitting through them. “One question, sweetie. Why the plushies?”

“Just an experiment.” You waved a hand. “I just wanted to see something.”

Sylus raised an eyebrow. “Did we satisfy your curiosity?”

“Yeah,” you nodded, “You all picked the ones I thought you would. It makes sense, really.”

He chuckled. “Are you implying I bear a resemblance to Grumpy Crow?”

You cocked your head. “Are you really trying to see you don’t?”

Sylus paused for a moment, contemplating. “Touché.” An alert on his phone brought you both out of your banter. Checking it, he sighed. “Sorry, kitten. Looks like I’ve got a meeting to get to. See you later.” He gave a brief wave goodbye as he ducked out the door.

“Bye, Sy,” you said, shutting the door behind him. Though your relief for the end of the night was tangible, it really wasn’t so bad.

Maybe another game night wasn’t a bad idea.

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[scariusaquarius]

makin' a list.

CHRISTMAS ADVENT BONANZA 2K24 DAY 10: Wish List, Ken 'Okarun' Takakura

Ken 'Okarun' Takakura Summary: It had been a long time since Takakura had made anything akin to a wishlist. You sit down with him, however, to make one together.

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A/n: I have NEVER written for Okarun before so this will be the first time I ever write for him. I hope that you guys enjoy!

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Genre: Romance, Friendship, Humor Rated: Everyone Warning: Fluff, Ken is precious :3, nerding out

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Author: ScariusAquarius

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Ken Takakura hadn't made a wishlist since he was 9. When he had discovered that Santa Claus wasn't actually real, and it was just his parents putting the presents under his tree, Takakura had been devastated. It had made him become slightly jaded by the holiday, and so every year since then, Takakura made it a point to avoid doing anything Christmas-like.

Call him petty, but Takakura was truly betrayed.

That's how he began to become obsessed with the supernatural; researching anything about aliens and UFO's and things that go bump in the night. Coincidently, it was also how he met you.

You were just as obsessed about aliens and UFO's like he was; and when you had sat with him in the library, gushing about his alien book that he was reading; it was the start of something great, at least to him.

It wasn't easy for Ken to make friends, and you were his very first one he'd ever had. To say that Ken Takakura adored you would be an understatement.

Then, he met Momo Ayase, and everything changed. He got his penis and balls stolen, got cursed, got his penis back, then one of his balls back, and it was a whole ordeal that he tried desperately to keep you away from.

But you were always such a caring person, and though Takakura tried to protect you, you still got involved when Takakura suddenly wasn't around as much. Strangely enough, you had taken the news of his newfound power very well.

Nothing had changed despite this new development, but Takakura was thankful for that. In a way, you made him feel normal again. That was why on a Saturday afternoon, the two of you were huddled up in your room; Christmas-themed arts and crafts strewn around the room.

Glitter and marker ink stained your fingers, and Takakura was sitting at the desk, watching you as you made a popsicle-stick version of a gingerbread house. A pen was between his fingers, an empty sheet of paper in front of him; decorated with little reindeer and presents but otherwise blank besides the title you had made for him.

"You haven't made a christmas wishlist since you were 9?"

You didn't look at him, your face morphing into an expression of concentration as you carefully glued the popsicle sticks together; precise with your movements and placements.

"No. Ever since I found out Santa Claus wasn't real, I just never really had a good feeling about Christmas."

You pouted, glancing over at him and making his back tense slightly as you sighed.

"Aw, that's so sad though. You should still do one, you know? Even if Santa Claus isn't real, it'll still be a good way to figure out what you truly want for Christmas."

You did have a good point there, he supposed. Glancing back down at the paper, Ken Takakura was then stuck with a dilemma that he hadn't had to deal with for years.

What was it that he actually wanted for Christmas?

Sparing a glance at you, you had gone back to making your gingerbread house, the room filled with christmas music and the subtle sound of the two of you breathing, and Takakura could feel a blush begin to crawl up his neck as an idea struck him.

Carefully, his pen moved across the paper, and he began to write.

Kenny's Wishlist!

New Binoculars

Cryptology: A to Z

New pair of shoes

A kiss from (Y/n) (L/n)

Takakura swallowed thickly before he carefully, but quickly, but his list into the red envelope you had put onto the desk for him once he was done and sat back in his chair. You glanced up at him, raising a brow.

"Are you already done?"

"Yep."

You made a face at him, rolling your eyes and huffing.

"You better not have just left it blank."

"I didn't, I swear!"

He couldn't keep himself from blushing, clutching the wishlist close, and you shook your head at him, sighing and raising your hands in mock-surrender with a smile.

"Alright, alright, I'm just teasing you is all. Let's go put the envelope into the mailbox."

Takakura nodded, and the two of you stood up, brushing your clothes off, and you grabbed another red envelope from your bag. Takakura looked intrigued, asking as he adjusted his glasses and leaned down a bit.

"Is that your wishlist too?"

You smiled brightly, nodding to him and brushing it clean of any glitter, dust, or debris that had gotten onto it since the time of you making it until now.

"Yep. I got it done right around the beginning of December!"

Takakura hummed, asking you.

"What did you wish for?"

Your smile became soft and gentle, and you looked down at the envelope when the two of you made it to the mailbox.

(Y/n)'s Wishlist!

(first item)

(second item)

(third item)

A kiss from Ken Takakura

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"Oh, you know...the usual Christmas list stuff."

Takakura didn't exactly know what that meant, but he didn't care. As long as you were happy and kept smiling like that, Takakura could live blissfully ignorant for the rest of his life. Placing his envelope into the mailbox alongside yours, he became shy, adjusting his glasses and voice shaky.

"Hey, would you...maybe...um, want to...get some hot chocolate and watch the new Cryptid show that came out? They're airing the first episode in a little bit."

Your eyes sparkled with excitement, and you nodded, grabbing his hand and making the man damn-near combust as you dragged him inside the house again.

"Yes! Yes! I'm so excited for it, I hear the pilot is gonna be on vampires and the Chupacabra!"

Takakura gasped, momentarily forgetting that your hands were still conjoined by the time you two made it into the kitchen where the hot chocolate Christmas kits were waiting.

"No way, really?! I thought it was supposed to be on werewolves?"

"Nah, werewolves are lame!"

"Hey, that's not true!"

END DAY 10

i didn't know how to end this so forgive me ;askdjf;alsdjf

[karaaaak]

Is it 4 am when I posted this, yes. Do I car. No. Get attacked with my draft about some things about some of the specters I find neat! If anything I say in this post is wrong, or could have something added to it I would LOVE feedback, I’m still getting the hang of long form posts lol

Anywho! Most of my point here are going to be from either Wikipedia or someone else’s post. I have really bad memory so if I say something that seem familiar to a post you or someone you know made then people mention it and I’ll tag them!

First specter I’m gonna talk about is Eulalie’s.

Eulalies specter, as show, is a chimera, more specifically a Baku!

Baku’s are “Japanese supernatural beings that are said to devour nightmares”. Which explains Eulalie dreameating and possibly also the dispeller of evil spirits ability

Another fact I found interesting is that in a legend about the Baku “a child would wake up form a nightmare and call for the Baku by repeating “Baku-San, come eat my dream” three times. Then the Baku will come into the child’s room and eat the nightmare and the child will go back to sleep peacefully. However calling the Baku should be used sparingly, because if they remain hungry after eating a nightmare they may also devour the child’s hopes and dreams as well.”

Im not to sure if that is relevant to Eulalies character at all but I felt like it was worth adding!

Another thing that many have pointed out is that the markings of Eulalies arms resemble burn marks. Along with the fact that after using her dispeller of evil spirits ability she coughs a flame of fire.

Next specter I wanna talk about is Bernice’s!

I don’t have too too much to talk about with her specter, just some bits and bobs I picked up on rereads

Bernice’s specter in one of my favorites, just because of the fact it’s similar to a self defense mechanism for lack of a better term. Basically what I mean by that is the things she list is death her specter has a large amount of, and another things. Which leads me to the mouths.

The mouths, to me, are extremely interesting. If i remember correctly I read this on a post so credit or op even though I can’t remember who it was 😭. But the placements of the mouths on her specter could be the places she was touched without consent and/or inappropriately. The mouths seem to work as a self defense to her body, biting at whoever comes near on their own. Proctecting those spot of her.

Another thing about her design is the focus on teeth. First then her death and her teeth falling out, and on her specter, with the large teeth on the extra mouths. This association comes from the Edgar Allen Poe story she was based on, Bernice. If you haven’t read it I will spare you you read and put the wiki summary here

“The story is narrated by Egaeus, who is preparing to marry his cousin Berenice. He tends to fall into periods of intense focus, during which he seems to separate himself from the outside world. Berenice begins to deteriorate from an unnamed disease until only her teeth remain healthy. Egaeus obsesses over them. When Berenice is buried, he continues to contemplate her teeth. One day, he awakens with an uneasy feeling from a trance-like state and hears screams. A servant reports that Berenice's grave has been disturbed, and she is still alive. Beside Egaeus is a shovel, a poem about "visiting the grave of my beloved", and a box containing 32 teeth.”

Weird, i know. 😭

Another thing is her pearls. I couldn’t find any mentions of pearls in her story but she has a strange association with them. From them falling off during her death, her having many of them in her specter, and even her outfit in the fast pass episode (fast pass at the time of writing this but ep 126). I’m not to sure what this mean but i figured it throw it in!

Im think thats all imma do in this post, maybe if i find motivation ill make a reblog of this with Ada and Monty (if not Monty then Annabel)

[drchucktingle]

hello! I would love to pre-order your book, but which of the pre-order options is the best for you, and gets you the highest cut of the book price? I want to choose the one that will most help you continue to spread love and joy and chaos in this world

here is a little INSIDE BASEBALL. bestseller lists are very important in way of marketing and way of how much bookstores order of your book. when camp damascus came out it was very close in NUMBERS to certain highly talked about best seller list but that list is not just numbers it is also WHERE and WHEN and HOW things are bought and it is also partially editorial (and very complicated). however this time BURY YOUR GAYS could possibly get higher than camp damascus and land on this list who knows but it is within realm of possibility on this timeline. WHOA COOL. i understand this is shrouded in mystery but i think buckaroos can read between lines.

anyway first step in making this happen is PREORDERS. i know buckaroos are used to video game preorders which is a very bad situation, but in world of BOOKS preorders are everything. it is honestly number one way to support a writer for many reasons but top reason is every preorder over year counts towards first week sales which means BESTSELLER LIST PLACEMENT and THAT sets of whole chain reaction into 'mainstream trot' (i like to picture this as queer dinosaurs and bigfeet and living concepts kicking open the doors to a board room in a high rise but you can imagine whatever you would like)

so NUMBER ONE thing you can do is take the time to actually preorder and not just wait even if you want to get it later.

however to answer your question direct: that certain bestseller list mentioned above only counts HARDCOVER SALES not ebook and not audiobook. this is tough for chuck because audiobook is my personal trot however you asked so i will answer directly: this most important thing is FORMAT

so i would say if you want to have the biggest splash as we kick open the door of this boardroom as shirtless dinosaurs bigfeet unicorns and living objects, it would be:

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