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[ukiiseikou]

in my dreams, you love me back / don't wake me up, deceive me sweetly

various hsr (dan heng, aventurine, sunday, jing yuan) characters as isekai romance tropes.

dan heng in: helping that useless prince!

the exiled prince! he ends up settling in a modest (for him - raised with a silver spoon in his mouth and all) cottage. he finds usual peasant housework and chores difficult to deal with, so he employs you to help him around the house. you wake up already months into the job, and he finds it extremely weird how his usually quiet housekeeper is suddenly all chipper and nosy into his work and daily life (i mean, he employed you in the first place because he were anything but that). he doesn't find the change bothersome though, and catches himself starting to look forward to your sudden barging into his room in the middle of the day with his tea balanced precariously in your hands, bringing a new type of entertainment into his less than exciting life.

aventurine in: stopping us from going broke!

you've reincarnated into the body of the wife of the gambler noble: aventurine. originally just a side character who gets all his money taken away from him by the male lead in service of the plot, you work to stop that aaaaaall from happening - mostly to save yourself. your current life is cushy and you would love to keep it that way! along the way, you've gotten to interact more with your husband, who usually keeps out of your way and only speaks in condescending tones. eventually, you find out that nothing is as it seems, and you discover more and more of your husband's past, and you slowly find yourself finally falling in love with each other, slowly, slowly.

sunday in: wait, is this story about us?

sunday is the tragic villain of the story - obsessed with keeping the status quo, his plans keep getting thwarted by a pesky pest - YOU. after all, he is your favourite character, and you would rather not see him go down the path that leads to certain death. you keep taking random tools that will help him, and his informants keeps mysteriously disappearing under unknown circumstances. his messages sent by bird never seem to reach their destination and his henchmen are always tripping over misplaced equipment and the main leads never seem to be where he needs them to be. he eventually pins the blame on you, and turns his gaze and focus on getting you to his side before continuing on with his plans. after all, anyone who can thwart his plans and keep up with him like this deserves to be rewarded and kept by his side, not killed.

jing yuan in: saving the general

he's the general who strikes fear into his enemies. he's the teacher whose students barely make it out alive every class. he's your sleepy boss who makes you do everything. yes, the feared and mighty general in private is utterly dependent on you in his private and daily life. as an avid reader of the original novel, where jingyuan is killed so that his mentee - the protagonist, goes off on his hero's journey in revenge, you never knew that being his assistant would be such a hassle. but the protagonist is currently a child, and he runs around your feet - so much so that you are starting to question whether the him whose challenging you to a duel right now with a wooden sword when he's only half your size is the same character as the one you read on the pages of the book. either way, you should be responsible and raise him well, while also hopefully saving him from the heartache that is losing his father figure in a few years. after all, you've gotten yourself in his good graces, and you kind of have a soft spot for him as well, not that you'll ever admit it.

[cornerdreams-txt]

quick headcanons about the new characters in the bo6 crew :)

black ops 6 was phenomenal, btw. i loved it. please come talk to me about it. please. please. please. please. please. pl

★ william "case" calderon

— known to dissociate or space out frequently, but is easily pulled out of it. it's on his record, but it's never caused enough problems for command to really get concerned about it.

— fidgets with his holsters when he's on edge. it's too quiet, or he's waiting for something to happen, he'll rub his fingers against the leather of the straps, or catch his nail on the metal of the buckles, over and over again. even if the weapon inside, blade or gun, is already drawn.

— seems uneasy around smoke or fog, shifty eyes and a pinched brow, but whenever its brought up, he's confused. seems like he has no idea that air that's... thicker, maybe, is a good descriptor, seems to put him on edge.

— unbothered by bugs, snakes, and any kind of creepy-crawly. seems to enjoy them, if anything - helped handle spiders and other insects or pests that found their way into the safehouse. biting insects seem to love him, though - mosquitoes especially. probably a blood type thing, right?

— avid horror enjoyer. seems uneasy about human experimentation, though. him and woods both seem to dislike that kind of trope.

★ troy marshall

— art is a coping skill, and hobby, of sorts. he keeps a pocket sketchbook and a handful of pens in his pockets whenever he can so he can pull it out when the inspiration arises.

— the longer the group stayed in the safehouse, the more that sketchbook filled up with portraits and still life sketches. people, interactions, architecture, sunrises, scenery. memories, ones troy couldn't help but want to capture.

— definitely a motorcyclist. did you see how he handled that bike with case on the back of it? that was NOT this man's first rodeo. 110% has a motorbike of his own. his biker jackets cycle in and out of his daily wardrobe at seemingly random.

— terrible cook. cannot make complex dishes to save his life. can follow instructions, sure, and makes a damn good sandwhich, but do not trust him to make soup or anything of the sort from scratch.

— ...isn't terrible at cooking meat, though. says he learned how to grill from his parents, but didn't really give the team many chances to see for themselves.

— seems to almost act as an older brother figure to the team instinctively. based on how he responds to jokes about him being a mother hen, it doesn't seem like he realizes he does it. (it is welcome, though. the compassion is nice, in such a harsh field)

★ sevati dumas

— very task oriented. you give her a goal and the right motivation, and she'll do it. very very headstrong, though. doesn't like taking orders unless compensated properly.

— food motivated. loves a good savory dish. enjoys exploring other cultures through that. but, no, she will not accept food as payment. nice try.

— good at acting lax and unbothered, but does, in fact, care very deeply. she's empathetic, but forces herself not to show it. she's had that be taken advantage of once, and she refuses to let that happen again.

— very reluctant to get attached or form connections to others, see her admitting she's only with the team until she gets paid. but she still hangs around felix, and she still tries to talk to troy when harrow's fellowship with the pantheon was unveiled. seems like she's not perfect when it comes to avoiding getting attached, is she?

— vibes only but like. i feel like she wants a little sibling. she wants someone she can take care of. she wants to be a good family member to someone, but having a child... no. she refuses to be a mother. she doesn't want to be a wife. she wants to be her own person. (she'd make a great godmother. or aunt. if she had the chance, and if she tried)

★ felix neumann

— if this man isn't autistic i am going to swallow a leather jacket whole like a snake. by the way. just sayin.

— the gloves were a paranoia result. they're metaphorical, sure, a reminder to himself not to harm anyone else, no taking another human life, but also a horrible, creeping paranoia eased in, of "what if they find your fingerprints," "what if you get blood on your hands again," "what if what if what if" until he could only ease it by wearing gloves. worked nicely, in the end. taking them off was... cathartic. to say the least.

— probably an anarchist? the vibes are there. hates society. hates government. wants to dismantle it all and start from scratch. that's the vibe.

— you... my special little man, get the nature autism. this guy can go on for hours and hours about the critters case finds around the safehouse, and case listens attentively and happily. also fantastic at foraging, has dozens of safe-to-eat and unsafe-to-eat plants stored away in his brain, and can rattle off the facts at a moment's notice.

— not the best hunter, but is, amusingly, better with a bow when it comes to hunting than he is with a gun.

— would code simple video games (think similar vibes to the chrome dinosaur game) to play for fun if he got bored enough. good thing he's excellent at finding things to distract himself with, no?

★ jane harrow

— photography lover. not fantastic about herself, but she'll sit and analyze photos taken by others for minutes on end, noting all the little details captured by a camera lense freezing the moment in time.

— does the same with drawn art. paint, sketch, whatever, she'll sit and analyze every little detail she can and point it all out. she loves noticing the details. calling attention to them. letting the artist know, if she can, that she sees all the effort they put into their work.

— her guilty pleasure? window shopping for stuffed animals. always writes it off as being for her niece, or a friend's child, but she wants to collect them. there's something soft, precious, genuine and uncomplicated about plush toys. but she's an adult. she can't afford to be so childish.

— ...alongside the drawing troy made of her, she still also keeps the little teddy bear he insisted on buying for her as a thank you gift, once. but that one isn't in her office. she hides it, away from prying eyes.

— mildly claustrophobic. she can push through it, and she will, when it comes to what her job demands of her, but she likes to avoid enclosed spaces when she can get away with it. it's... easier. feels less like being cornered. (she dances around the real reason she hates it. she never wants to be stuck hiding in a closet, or tucked under a little girl's bed ever, ever again.)

[aoioozora]

The Ghosts as Civilians

Headcanons I have of the Ghosts if they weren't in the military; what jobs they'd have, hobbies, and whatnot. Enjoy :)

Logan Walker

It's generally agreed upon that Logan would spend his teenage years skateboarding and surfing since he's a Cali boy, and I can see it being true

As for jobs, I think he'd not prefer a desk job but work that can get his hands dirty like construction or carpentry or something of that sort. Blue collar boy.

He'd enjoy sitting in his room playing video games on a Gameboy or a 3DS as a young boy, and when he's older I think he'd enjoy a Playstation.

He'd totally be a night owl.

I think he'd be the best cook out of the Walkers and would be in charge of the Walker household meals, which he complains a lot about but secretly enjoys doing

David 'Hesh' Walker

Also a skateboarder but I think he'd lean more on surfing

I can totally see Hesh being an athlete! Like a basketball player because of his build and height.

Imagine him playing streetball though. And then getting drafted into the NBA. Oooh drool.

Early bird. Would love the early morning hours for surfing or playing ball.

His indoor hobbies would be playing video games with Logan and reading detective novels.

Elias 'Scarecrow' Walker

He'd work your average 9-5 white collar job but dream of retiring and working on a garden and carpentry projects, perhaps making bird feeders and building furniture

He'd collect all his pieces of wood for "later use".

Besides carpentry, his other hobby would be nagging his sons to do something else other than playing videogames.

He'd love board games and card games and would always try to get his sons to play with him (but they don't like to because he always wins)

Buys a bouquet of flowers every year on his late wife's birthday and on their wedding day; keeping up the tradition

Keegan P. Russ

I'm a bit torn on what he would work as because I can see him working both in construction and a 9-5. I think he'd be quite flexible in that way. Jack of all trades, master of none. His CV is filled with his experience in a variety of jobs

He never really struck me as someone with a lot of hobbies since he probably had a rough early life and have no time for those things

If he had any hobby at all, I think he'd enjoy taking photos of sunsets, the sky at the grocery store, or any sight he finds unique and interesting.

I feel like he would keep a journal, jotting down bullet points of his day and little notes of what he feels.

Thomas Merrick

For some reason I like to think of him as working in a restaurant as a chef. He just gives me that vibe

He'd enjoy the fast paced environment.

I don't know how well he cooks, but he sure looks like he'd make a mean burger

He would enjoy night walks down quiet streets and if he had a dog, he'd walk the dog too.

He'd also enjoy watching videos of blacksmiths forging knives, swords, hammers and the like

Alex 'Ajax' Johnson

I think he'd totally be a barista in an old timey café.

On the side, he'd be building an online presence for himself on YouTube

He would be very into fashion, I feel, making content like Parker York Smith. He'd be the most fashionable of the Ghosts.

Avid reader. Has a whole wall in his apartment that's a shelf filled with books.

Kick

Computer boy works a computer job. I think he'd get into a security related job, maybe even get a job in the FBI if he's lucky

And when he's not working, he's streaming his video games

He would love attending comedy night shows and sit right up front, hoping to be asked something by the comedian. He'd enjoy a witty back-and-forth.

[Bonus] Gabriel Rorke

He'd be in a biker gang, I know it. He has the vibe

Otherwise he'd be in the pest control or extermination business, or maybe even something to do with landscaping

LOVES barbecues and invites the Walkers often to eat with him

Very outdoors man. He'd love camping and hiking

Religiously goes to the gym six times a week. He thrives off of physical activity!

[thebugcollection]

This is a bug I only recently discovered, mainly in my search for bugs to post on this blog. This, ladies and gents, is the Thorn Bug.

Thorn Bugs primarily live in the subtropical areas of the United States. They don't bite or sting, nor do they eat crops. They do, however, love to feast on ornamental plants, y'know, ones we just like to look at. So, they are considered pests by some avid gardeners.

And, you see them wings? They use a strategy called fly-walk-strut to attract mates. What this means is that they will fly from one plant to another, walk around, and strut his stuff until a female notices them and falls in love.

Praise be to the thorn bugs.

[hobiebrownismygod]

Bollywood is Hindi cinema, an entire genre of movies and television shows that are usually in Hindi and tend to contain extremely dramatic fight scenes, colorful dance numbers and are mainly love stories. Bollywood is basically the Indian version of Hollywood, but is well-known and loved in many European and Asian countries. Pavitr, being a Hindi-speaking boy living in India, would 100% watch Bollywood movies or serials. Bollywood serials tend to be very dramatic and corny, which is where I got this HC from!!

The Spider-Gang (spider-teens??) watching a Bollywood Serial!!

Pavitr would be the one who recommended the serial to the gang in the first place. Whenever he's not being Spider-man, hanging out with Gayatri or doing schoolwork, he's watching these corny serials with his Aunt, who always has one playing in the background while she does work. He finds them extremely entertaining and gets pretty emotionally invested in them after a while. He thought that watching this serial with his friends would be a fun way for them to bond over something that isn't that serious.

Gwen would be the kind to get extremely emotionally invested in these serials. From the beginning to the end, she's completely on her toes and fully follows the storylines of all the characters. When she can't watch the show, she calls Pav and asks about the latest episode and makes him give her extremely detailed explanations on all the events that happen in the episodes she missed, no matter how uneventful they were. She seems like the type that would cry if one of the characters died, even if it was a very silly death.

Miles thinks they're extremely similar to the telenovelas his mom and abuela watch, and therefore doesn't take them as seriously as Gwen does because he's seen series like them before. He'd watch them because his friends are watching them, and because Gwen likes it, probably wouldn't have watched it on his own time. He does however get emotionally invested in specific characters. Unlike Gwen, he doesn't care about the entire show, but when something happens to that one character he likes, he goes ballistic.

Hobie thought it was the funniest thing he's ever seen. He seems like the type who'd keep talking during a movie, saying stuff like "That can't even happen in real life" or "how is that even possible?" and would be an absolute pest when you're trying to enjoy the episode. Pav's probably tells him to shut up at least ten times per episode, and he begrudgingly folds his arms over his chest and watches. Even then, he does low-key enjoy watching it, no matter how unrealistic it may be. He thinks their problems are funny.

Margo thinks they're very boring and slow-paced compared to what she's used to. She's the type to like fast-paced action movies and nearly falls asleep whenever the gang is watching these episodes. She does however, like making fun of the dramatic entrances of the "bad guys" in the series, like the mother-in-law, step-mother, etc...and finds them very funny. She and Hobie are constantly talking about how unrealistic the series are to the point where the rest of the gang have to kick them out while so they can continue watching in peace.

Bonus (not a part of the spider-gang but wanted to include anyway):

Miles-42, an avid telenovela fan, gets just as emotionally invested in the shows as Gwen. Although he wouldn't cry while watching it, he would definitely feel very sad the rest of the day if something bad happened to one the characters in the series. He'd mope around and would be tapping his leg in frustration while he waits for the next episode to come out so he can find out what happened to his favorite character (no matter how obvious it is)

Maitreyi (my spider-sona), like Margo finds it a little bit boring. She's more of a fast-paced movie kind of gal and only watches it because Pav, Gwen and Miles like it. She doesn't tend to get invested in the show but every once in a while, a character that she really likes will show up and she'll be a little bit more excited to watch it than usual. She stands while she watches TV though, she doesn't like sitting down, it feels too vulnerable. So while the rest of the gang is all cuddled up in blankets on the couch, getting ready to watch, she's just standing there like 🧍‍♀️ "turn it on"

[altocat]

I'm kind of down today. do you have sephcanons for me?

Hope you feel better soon, anon. And of course.

Sephiroth requires a steady degree of protein in his daily diet. His Jenova-influenced traits have made it a mandated MUST in order to keep him at peak strength. Since Hojo believes he needs to keep Sephiroth off of red meat for health-related reasons, Sephiroth's meals mostly consist of lean meats or fish.

Sephiroth is regularly invited to attend major SOLDIER parades in Junon. He comically ditches almost every single time, never onscreen for more than a few minutes.

When Angeal's gardening tracks bugs indoors, Genesis shrieks and gets a broom. For the bugs AND so that he can hit Sephiroth with it when Sephiroth immediately stoops down to admire the nasty pests.

Sephiroth has been blinded before by his enemies during a particularly nasty confrontation on the battlefield. His opponent foolishly believed that this would render him useless in a fight. To everyone's collective shock and horror, Sephiroth's unnatural eyes merely regenerated minutes later.

Sephiroth's least favorite food is eel. Even as an avid lover of sushi, he refuses to eat eel under any circumstances.

Hojo has various trackers on Sephiroth at all times, most of which Sephiroth doesn't even know about.

Sephiroth genuinely doesn't understand how Rock-Paper-Scissors works and all attempts to explain it to him have resulted in him perceiving it to be a challenge to fight.

Sephiroth has an instinctive sensitivity to bright lights. There's always an automatic fear response that wells up inside of him whenever bright lights flash in his face. Fortunately, he has long since learned how to conceal his reactions.

Fire is the ultimate weapon for Sephiroth, far more than his sword. He views it as something sacred and powerful, worthy of respect and reverence. It's the great destructor and the great cleanser--it ends life and yet makes room for new life to sprout from the ashes. His torching of Nibelheim is just as symbolic as it is cruel. Sephiroth believes this to be his reawakening of sorts. Burn down the person he was to begin anew.

[tr1ppykay]

im sorry dont take this seriously bc i fuck with all bug enjoyers but like. there's definitely different types of bug enjoyers

level 1: likes the "normal" bugs. probably has a butterfly/dragonfly tattoo. thinks bees are cool, and maybe the occasional iridescent scarab beetle

level 2: likes most "aesthetically pleasing" bugs. keeps pet beetles and/or isopods. can tell you their favorite order/family

level 3: likes all bugs. probably an avid wasp defender and will tell you how important mosquitoes are to the ecosystem. may keep difficult to care for predatory insects

level ???: avid "gross" bug enjoyer. loves "pest" insects especially. definitely a social outcast and they WILL make it your problem

[museofthepyre]

Besides, well... murder, cannibalism and and religious guilt(/hj), what are Harlow and Eden's interests/hobbies?

Harlow works as a taxidermist! People typically come to him with game animals like deer, so that’s what he’s best at. He’s got a little taxidermy workshop in his basement. He also hunts, but he does it for the sole purpose of food— no trophy hunting, he’s got very strong moral principles about that. His father took him on hunting trips as a kid, which is how he learned everything he knows— he’s since been an avid believer of the “use every part of the animal” philosophy, which is why taxidermy is appealing to him. He sees his work as honouring the animal, he’s got a huge soft spot for the art. He’s rarely ever mushy or sentimental, but get him talking about the animals he works with, and you’ll get a glimpse of that. He also likes to fix up old junkyard cars, not for any money, just as a personal pastime. He likes taking things apart and seeing how they work (animal and machine).

Eden reads… a LOT. Since childhood, the books available to him in his household were typically religious in nature, as his father is a priest— but it was all the same to him, he’d get lost in any book he could. It was an escape for him, and he developed a pretty good way with words himself. He also has a lot of knowledge on the natural world around him from non-fiction books he’s scrounged up. He loves animals, and they seem to love him too— even the creepy crawly little ones, even the pests and vermin, he finds them all beautiful. He lived in a hoarding house as a kid, it attracted a lot of mice, and he used to feed them as a kid. That’s the kinda person he was… and is, really, he’ll tend to whatever crawls up to him in need. (He was of course told off for feeding the mice once his parents realized, but he didn’t understand why). He’a tried to foster sick or lost young animals before, to… varied rates of success. He’s also an avid gardener, and an INCREDIBLE baker. He can’t cook for shit, but he can bake a mean pastry!

[ask-the-clergy-bc]

I've read a few stories about murder ghouls and wanted to know if you could do murder ghouls with a cannibal sibling or is it too much to ask?

I’m actually an avid horror fan, so this is perfectly fine! :) As long as it meets my rule guidelines I’m always happy to have horror and darker clergy themes! It gives me a chance to go Opus in my writing!

Just always check out my trigger tags! I try to do very detailed ones in the tags and on the piece!

I wasn’t exactly sure what you meant by murder ghouls, so I think this is finally time to debut Miasma in my writing! (Aka the Clergy Syringe Ghoul from the chapters!)

Inspired by ‘Ritual’ in our Beloved First Psalm

GN Reader

Cannibal Reader

Unbeta’d and Proud

Trigger warnings: mentions of blood/gore, cannibalism, ritual sacrifice, demon/ghoul feeding, mentions of assassinations, murder, blood drinking

The Assassin and The Child Of Beelzebub

Gore under Cut!! Mature Readers Only!

While the clergy does not consider itself evil in the way the world might know it, it is self aware enough to know taboo practices are frowned upon. There are truly very few pleasures and curiosities that aren’t indulged within the walls of the ministry. Consent and the protection of children being the two pillars of morality. But much darker hungers are always indulged.

The Morningstar Bloodline, or the revered Emeritus, would be hypocritical if they didn’t embrace the shunned practices of the world of men. Even if it’s kept guarded, every Papa is of demon blood. Luxury food is filling but no substitute to Mortal flesh and blood. And ghouls are no men, but Hell beasts who have their own hungers.

It’s common practice to feed traitors, angels, and sacrificed outsiders to hungry ghouls. And the Emeritus have fine dinners out of those who betrayed them deeply. So of course they would protect you when you couldn’t help yourself anymore.

Luckily the discovery of your dark need came during your chance to impress Papa I. You were one of the few siblings who willingly and passionately begged for a chance at ritual sacrifice- one of the most honored and sacred practices to the dark one. After some consideration you were granted the privilege. It was a messy yet enlightening affair. You were so frenzied by the energy of the Dark One flowing through you you bit the throat out of a screaming traitor. Papa I had been particularly pleased watching you consume the blasphemous wretch until you were sick.

Actually, after that display, you became quite the useful asset to the higher ministry. At first as an avid ritual practitioner, and then as a high sibling in your own right. Papa I called you a shining example of “Beelzian Devotion”. You took your patron of the lord of flies and hunger seriously.

Granted, you DID have rules. You couldn’t go around just slaughtering whoever you felt like! Especially your fellow siblings! No. Your lead worship of Beelzebub came with strict guidelines under Papa I. You were happy with that. It wasn’t often but those who were stupid enough to betrayed the bloodline found themselves on your alter. Your belly was always full in that regard.

This is how you eventually met Miasma. Head assassin and a quintessence ghoul of mysterious origins. Originally the ghoul had been a healer during the great plagues. But eventually medicine became poison. And poison could be much more useful when you were instead ailed with enemies.

The ghoul had been responsible for the dispatching of many pests. But sometimes he was instructed to send some to you. Beelzebub was always as hungry as you were, and it was in everyone’s best interest to keep his favor. So he would deliver, informing you of which traitors weren’t laced with something deadly.

Soon it was an unlikely friendship. You saw him more than most people… and most didn’t even know he existed. And he found you quite delightful when you weren’t writhing in religious fervor.

You watched amused as he laid a limp figure on the marble of your alter.

“I can’t use dead ones.” You teased, watching the shallow breathing.

“Mild sedative. You won’t feel it once it’s cycled out of his system.”

“Oh, how kind!”

“I live to serve.”

You nodded as you gathered your chalice and athame- eager to use them sooner.

“Miasma, you hungry?”

The ghoul laughed and eyed the plump flesh of your future sacrifice.

“I could eat.”

[revvethasmythh]

absolute jobless behavior, what the fuck is going on?

I'm not sure how much you do or do not know about this situation, anon, so I'll give a brief primer just in case you were unaware of any of this. Essentially, for the duration of c3 (or, at least, most of it) there has been a tumblr user (warriorinrevoery) who is an avid fan of a certain ship that starts with an I, and they've engaged quite regularly in a lot of harassment within the fandom toward anyone with differing opinions on said ship. Note: ANYONE with differing opinions. Obviously, this includes folks like myself who are not overly taken with the ship, but there has also plenty of friendly fire leveled at fellow shippers.

Now, this anon-sender and unhinged joker-esque reblogger could theoretically not be our old friend warriorinrevoery, but they do give a lot of the same energy, so I am, admittedly, simply making the assumption that this is them. If so, that means they have escalated from making poorly argued reblogs on better people's meta to sending numerous "hate" anon spam to anyone who's been reblogged from utilitycaster, apparently, according to their own statement.

Generally, I consider this person to be a nuisance more than anything, but an irritating one who block evades regularly with shitty burner blogs they abandon with due haste (see: the fates of "harassing-little-hypocrite" and "petty-little-hater that," which were deleted quite expediently after sending their harassment out into the world. warrior also often employed this tactic).

So, overall? What's happening is that a pest in the fandom is being a pest yet again and the best we can do is block any blogs that pop up and move on (she says, somewhat hypocritically after reblogging that one post. But hey, like I said, I openly admit when I'm engaging in hypocrisy. I'm not afraid of it). So now I will echo some of the replies to that post of mine here because yes, beloved followers, this really is "hobbyless," "jobless," and "cartoon villain" behavior if I've ever seen it. I will disagree that this person needs to be studied, however, because I think it would be far more fitting for them to recede into the recesses of the internet, washed away by the tides of time until they are forgotten, their tepid rebukes unremembered. I think they would hate that the most

[battyaboutbooksreviews]

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✨ What's Your Favorite 'Bookstagram Made Me Read It' Book? 🦇 For the record, I'm not a big fan of overhyped books (especially BookTok recs). I'd have to say Fourth Wing, though (thank you to the amazing @jules_stacksonstacks).

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Pls,,, I live in an area with a lot of yellowjackets and they're actually really chill, as long as you aren't very clearly going out of your way to hurt them. They also learn your face over time so after a while they'll stop buzzing around your face, but even then they're just investigating! They're also really important pest control and help keep certain bug populations from destroying everything.

I adore them with all of my heart and I will not stand for this slander

Yknow what, I actually agree with you - to a degree!!! Listen, they absolutely *are* dickheads and I stand by that purely bc yellowjackets, unlike "true" wasps, are known for stinging without being provoked (and *their* stings, as opposed to other wasps etc, are more likely to cause serious side effects). That being said, they are incredibly impressive creatures who contribute a huge amount to not only pollination but also to attracting other wildlife such as Jays (circle of life n all that) while controlling other insects that cause mass destruction - like aphids!

On that point though, decimating local beehives - especially that of small scissor bees and mason bees - is one of their specialities (and as an avid lover of bees, that breaks my heart ☹️)

If money wasn't an issue, if the house I lived in was my own and not a rental, and if I didn't live with my flatmate who's hella allergic to them and my dog who tries to eat them bc she's dumb, I'd absolutely set up a space for them near me that they can have free reign over. But, they're responsible for a huge decrease in the local bee population (whether that be wasps directly invading their hives/wiping them out or people killing bees *thinking* they're wasps), and also - they're eating through my walls and it's causing a LOT of issues 🙃

I like wasps from a distance!! Their nests are awesome and the way they function as a creature is cool as fuck both structurally and materially [those bitches recycle!! Good for them] But also, THEY'RE IN MY WALLS AND THEY DON'T PAY RENT AND I'M THE DESIGNATED INSECT RELOCATOR IN MY HOUSEHOLD WHICH MEANS I'M THE ONE THAT KEEPS HAVING TO RESCUE MY BF/FLATMATE/DOG, AND I CAN'T SLEEP WITH THE NOISE THEY'RE MAKING AND THEY'RE CAUSING DAMP IN OUR HOUSE AND ONE STUNG ME ON THE TOE THIS MORNING WHILE I WAS HAVIGN A PISS ANDI WAS NOWHERE NEAR THE BASTARD SO THEY'RE COOL BUT THEY'RE DICKHEADS 😭😭😭😭😭

[also to anyone that's reading them - pretty much all insects and animals have dickhead tendencies, that doesn't mean kill 'em for it!!! Figure out ways to safely (both to you and your environment) relocate them!]

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Bird Paradise: Creating a Bird-Friendly Habitat in Your Phoenix Backyard

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Creating a bird-friendly habitat in your Phoenix backyard doesn't just enhance the beauty of your outdoor space; it also contributes to the local ecology. Whether you're an avid birdwatcher or simply enjoy the soothing sounds of chirping, establishing a sanctuary for our feathered friends https://phoenixprolandscaping.com/locations/gilbert-az/ can be both rewarding and fulfilling. In this extensive guide, we will explore various aspects of creating your own "Bird Paradise," including plant selection, water sources, nesting options, and much more.

Bird Paradise: Creating a Bird-Friendly Habitat in Your Phoenix Backyard

Birds are an essential part of our environment, aiding in pollination and pest control. By creating a backyard that attracts birds, you not only enjoy their presence but also support biodiversity. This section will delve into the steps you can take to make your yard more appealing to avian visitors.

Understanding Local Bird Species

Before you start planting or designing your backyard oasis, it’s vital to know which bird species frequent the Phoenix area. The region is home to a variety of birds, including:

Cactus Wren: Arizona's state bird known for its melodious song. Gila Woodpecker: Recognizable by its black-and-white striped head and penchant for drilling into cacti. Hummingbirds: Many species visit during migration seasons, attracted to colorful flowers.

By understanding the preferences and behaviors of these birds, you can tailor your habitat effectively.

Selecting Native Plants for Your Bird Habitat

When it comes to attracting birds, native plants are crucial. They provide food and shelter that local species have adapted to utilize over time. Here are some excellent choices for your backyard:

Desert Willow (Chilopsis linearis)

This beautiful tree produces trumpet-shaped flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies alike.

Ironwood Tree (Olneya tesota)

A sturdy tree that offers shade and shelter while producing small seeds loved by many birds.

Saguaro Cactus (Carnegiea gigantea)

A quintessential symbol of the desert that provides nesting sites for woodpeckers and other birds.

Creating Water Sources

Water is essential for all living creatures, especially in a desert climate like Phoenix. Integrating water features can dramatically increase the wildlife visiting your yard.

Bird Baths

A simple birdbath can attract various species. Consider:

Installing a solar-powered fountain for moving water. Keeping the bath clean to prevent diseases. Ponds and Fountains

If space allows, adding a small pond or fountain can create an inviting oasis that draws birds in droves.

Establishing Nesting Areas

Providing safe nesting areas is critical for attracting breeding birds to your yard. Here’s how you can do it:

Nest Boxes

Install nest boxes specifically designed for local bird species. Make sure they are placed at appropriate heights and orientations.

Dense Shrubs

Plant dense shrubs where birds can hide their nests from predators while also having easy access to food sourc

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Best Times and Seasons for Hog Hunting in Texas

Feral hogs have become a significant problem across Texas, wreaking havoc on farmlands, ranches, and natural ecosystems. With a population estimated at over 2.6 million, these invasive animals have earned their place as the most destructive wild animals in the state. For hunters, however, this population explosion means opportunity. Texas hog hunts provide a thrilling, year-round adventure, allowing hunters to engage in the battle against these destructive pests while enjoying the thrill of the chase.

But when is the best time to plan your Texas hog hunts? While hog hunting is available year-round, certain times of the year and specific conditions can enhance your chances of a successful hunt. This guide will explore the ideal times and seasons for hog hunting in Texas, factoring in environmental conditions, the feral hogs' habits, and various hunting methods, including unlimited hog hunts offered by many ranches across the state.

Overview of Texas Hog Hunts

Feral hogs are not native to Texas but have adapted well to the state’s diverse environments. As a result, hog hunting is a popular and practical solution for controlling the growing population. One of the key reasons Texas is a prime location for hog hunts is that there are no bag limits or closed seasons on hogs. This means you can hunt them anytime, making them a year-round hunting option. Many outfitters even offer unlimited hog hunts, where hunters can pursue as many feral hogs as they can find during their trip. This aspect of the hunt is especially appealing to avid hunters who enjoy the thrill of frequent action in the field.

While hog hunting is legal all year, some times and conditions are better than others, depending on the method you choose and your desired hunting experience.

Best Seasons for Hog Hunting in Texas

Hogs in Texas are highly adaptable creatures. They can survive in harsh conditions, from the arid brushlands of West Texas to the humid swamps of East Texas. Understanding how their behavior changes throughout the seasons can significantly improve your hunting success.

1. Winter (December to February)

Winter is often considered one of the best times for Texas hog hunts. During this time, cooler temperatures make hunting more comfortable for both hunters and dogs. Feral hogs are also more active during the day in cooler weather, giving hunters more opportunities to track and locate them.

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