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[madhuryaalluri]

14 Stunning Monsoon Treks from Mumbai to Explore This Rainy Season

As monsoon paints the Western Ghats in rich greens, nature lovers and trekkers in Mumbai are in for a treat. The hills come alive with gushing waterfalls, mist-covered peaks, and fresh forest trails that are perfect for weekend escapes. From gentle hikes to adrenaline-pumping climbs, these top monsoon treks near Mumbai offer unforgettable experiences.

Why Monsoon Trekking is Magical

There’s something unmatched about trekking during monsoon — the earthy scent after rain, the cool mist brushing your face, and the symphony of birds and water all around. It’s not just about the climb; it’s about the atmosphere. With every step, you’re immersed in a world that feels untouched and wild.

Here Are 14 Treks That Should Be on Your Monsoon Bucket List

1. Rajmachi Fort Trek

A scenic forest trail near Lonavala, Rajmachi Fort trek offers ancient ruins, firefly sightings (in early monsoon), and lush surroundings with cascading waterfalls.

2. Korigad Fort Trek

Perfect for beginners, Korigad offers panoramic views of the Aamby Valley and features wide trails, large water tanks, and sturdy fort walls that look magical during rains.

3. Mahuli Fort Trek

Located near Asangaon, Mahuli Fort is surrounded by dense forest and rock faces, making it a moderate-level trek for those seeking solitude and adventure.

4. Peb Fort (Vikatgad) Trek

Known for its narrow rock patches and ladders, Peb Fort is ideal for thrill-seekers. The route via Neral winds through dense forest and offers captivating views.

5. Garbett Point Trek

Starting near Bhivpuri, this trek ends at Matheran’s Garbett Point. Expect waterfalls, grasslands, and valley views. It’s especially photogenic in the mist.

6. Visapur Fort Trek

Often surrounded by floating clouds, Visapur is known for its massive ramparts, water streams on the trail, and views of Lohagad nearby.

7. Lohagad Fort Trek

An easy trek from Malavli, Lohagad is perfect for beginners and families. The monsoon adds charm with mossy walls and a dragon-shaped tail path.

8. Tikona Fort Trek

Its unique triangular shape gives Tikona its name. A relatively short trek with steep steps leading to 360-degree views and old Buddhist caves.

9. Harishchandragad Trek

One of the tougher treks, especially via the Khireshwar or Pachnai route. Highlights include the ancient Kedareshwar cave and the majestic Konkan Kada.

10. Tung Fort Trek

A relatively sharp and conical hill, Tung Fort offers a quick but steep ascent. The views of Pawna Lake from the top during rains are breathtaking.

11. Andharban Jungle Trek

A descending forest trail from Pimpri village to Bhira Dam, Andharban (meaning “dark forest”) is filled with fog, streams, and thick green cover.

12. Sudhagad Fort Trek

Lesser known and uncrowded, Sudhagad is a great choice for a peaceful hike. The fort features a large plateau, Bhoraidevi temple, and lovely rain-soaked views.

13. Kalavantin Durg Trek

Famous for its narrow rock-cut steps and sheer drops, Kalavantin is a thrilling climb near Panvel. Monsoon adds extra challenge with slippery paths and fog.

14. Kalsubai Peak Trek

The highest peak in Maharashtra (5,400 ft), Kalsubai features iron ladders, mist-covered plateaus, and wide views from the summit that feel like walking in clouds.

Trekking Tips for the Season

Wear sturdy trekking shoes with a good grip

Carry rain protection (poncho > umbrella!)

Bring high-energy snacks and water

Avoid risky trails during heavy rainfall

Opt for guided treks if you’re a beginner

Ready to Hit the Trails?

Whether you’re chasing clouds at Kalsubai, trekking through the jungle at Andharban, or enjoying historic vibes at Lohagad, these trails are waiting to be explored. These best treks in Maharashtra during monsoon are perfect for nature seekers and weekend adventurers alike. If you’re planning easy monsoon treks for beginners or more intense climbs, Mumbai’s surroundings have it all.

So, if you’re searching for weekend trekking getaways from Mumbai, now’s the time to pack your bags and hit the trails.

[travelthrivehub]

Discover Wayanad's hidden gems! Our guide reveals the top trails for beginners, including Chembra Peak, Edakkal Caves, and tea plantations. Learn essential tips, packing lists, and local guidelines for a safe and unforgettable adventure. #WayanadTrekking #KeralaAdventure #TrekkingParadise @keralatourism

[kumrattourism]

🥾 Hiking in Kumrat Valley: Adventure Awaits!

Kumrat Valley is a hiker’s paradise, offering some of the most breathtaking trails in Pakistan. The valley is known for its diverse landscapes, from lush meadows and dense pine forests to clear rivers and towering mountains. Each trail promises a rewarding adventure, with panoramic views and a close connection to nature at every turn. Whether you’re an experienced hiker looking for a challenge or…

[mysterioushimachal]

Top 10 Easy Himalayan Treks for Beginners in India: Your Gateway to the Majestic Himalayas

[hxlda-hxlda]

thank u thank u @fiddleleafedfig for the tag !!

nine people you want to get to know better

last song: when i opened the tag, 'alien blues' by vundabar but currently i'm listening to hozier 'would that i'. as of finishing writing this, radiohead. there you have it.

favourite colour: a deep cherry red. the kind that would make a really lovely lipstick gloss.

last movie/tv show: i'm terrible with shows and movies, but i was watching the bowie doco (moonage daydream) the other day, keeping on brand ik. i also love british comedians so 'would i lie to you?' is probably up there as well.

sweet/savoury/spicy: sweet if it is really well done. i'm talking specifically that one pub down by where i live that for some reason makes the best chocolate lava cake ever. if not, savoury forever.

last thing i googled: beatles guitar songs for beginners. i've decided to relearn guitar and i'm back to the absolute basics.

current obsession: concerts! this is a long-standing love but it is very evident lately. the way concerts down here work is that no one comes for years bc of the trek to aus, and then randomly there's this one month period where everybody is here at once and suddenly i have to choose between favs. that has been this month! hard on the bank account but my soul is thriving with a concert every other week. saw noah kahan, it was life-altering.

last book: i'm between the '50 yrs of led zeppelin' biography by mick wall, and 'anna karenina' by tolstoy atm. (adding it) last fic: blends by rvltn909. finished it yesterday and oh my god. the crime that was me putting it off.

looking forward to: still a little ways away, but i'm moving to america for (my) winter-spring!! i've work in the states, which i'm thrilled abt. it also means i am tracking down artists who refuse to concert in aus (hozier for the love of god) and trying to sneak them in as well.

np tags (apologies if you've already been tagged): @fairylittlebitch @alltoounwellll @the-moon-says-hi @just--vi @whyistarchaser @bellaxisworld @feminist-cult-following @none-of-it-was-accidental @svnflowermoon + ofc anybody else who wants to. tag me. let me know you all.

[andy-in-space]

GIVE ME YOUR JASON OR TIM HCS PLEASEEE

I'm doing a mix of personal hcs and x reader hcs!

general hcs:

- Jason doesn't drink, not for any particular moral reason, but he just hates the taste of alcohol

- he likes to cook to destress, any kind of cultural food he remembers from his childhood

- learned to cook at a very early age, though he despised it until he came back to life

- tracks his daily water intake like he's in the fucking military

- may or may not have a stuffed bear that he keeps for when he feels sick

x reader hcs:

- the most awkward guy ever. not on purpose, he just doesn't know how to act around you

- he worries that he's too inexperienced since he died before he got to experience a real relationship

- mean but because he doesn't know how to express how much he loves you as anything but an insult

- probably not the one to initiate any relationship 'firsts' until he's totally comfortable with you

- Jason likes hugs and cuddles but in the compression stim way

general hcs:

- has not drank anything other than Zesti Cola in a week

- Tim wears guyliner and pretends his eyes just look like that

- prefers snacks to a full meal, but he'll never turn down Alfred's cooking (who would?)

- takes beginner classes in things he already knows how to do to feel superior

- he likes napping in uncomfortable positions and despises waking up with the following muscle and joint aches

x reader hcs:

- so worried that he's going to do something wrong in your relationship

- he overthinks absolutely everything, but at least you'll never have to ask him to buy you flowers. he somehow already knew and bought them an hour before you knew you wanted them

- you WILL have X-Men marathons and Star Trek binges with Tim, this is non-negotiable

- anything that you like is now his interest, too. now you're learning that skill together, in fact

- will try his best to remember every little detail about you like it's the most important piece of information he's ever received

[o9t1mus-x]

a day in the life (cardinal copia standalone)

pairing: no pairing

warnings: mild language, terzo brings up in passing that he might get laid tonight

summary: Cardinal Copia is a strange man, but not an unkind man. Often nervous, but with a tendency to read people better than they could perceive of him. It's easy to wonder; just what exactly does this enigmatic man do in a day?

additional note: This is set before the Chapters, Copia has no idea he is related to his brothers, Sister Imperator, or Papa Nihil. But he has his suspicions.

word count: 3.6k

authors note: i want to eat copia alive. also this is my first time writing something like this, so comments and feedback are always extremely appreciated! thank you for taking an interest, i hope you enjoy!

Read on AO3

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The dawn is breaking through the sheer curtains on the window, illuminating the dust motes in the air. The small television on the coffee table is still on from the night before, Super Mario 64 still loaded on the screen with the main menu. In front of the television set is a small bed, cloaked in a red duvet, and barely visible under the billowing blanket is a pillow swathed in a Star Wars pillowcase. Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader are locked in a stare, a mental battle of fortitude and will. The inhabitant of this room is in a similar mental war with himself. 

Under the blankets Copia is stretched out, one leg up to his stomach while the other one is stretched out like a stick. His cheek is level with his sheets, his lashes languidly brushing the linen below him while he thinks. He knows the first of his alarms is about to go off, his mental clock telling him it is just now turning 6:15, perhaps even 6:10. He knows he has to get up, but he’s dreading leaving the warm confines of his bed. Maybe I could manage to take a small nap between paperwork and my meeting with Imperator today…  He thinks to himself Oh, but I have a Latin for beginners class to sit in and observe for the Siblings certifications… He groans lightly under his breath as he resists the urge to curse, slowly curling into a ball, reaching his hand upwards to peel the duvet back and let his head peek through. He scans the room, not wanting to leave his bed. He blinks once, twice, clearing the sleep from his brain as best he could.

A deep sigh. Knowing he can avoid the day ahead no longer, he throws the duvet off, shivering at the chill of the small room. He knew that Primo rose even earlier than him, and chuckled at the thought of the older man watering his plants in the chill of the early morning dew. Maybe he should swing by the gardens on his way to his office, and say a brief good morning. Compared to his brothers, one stern and the other vivacious, he was slightly more down to earth. (As much as a prolific leader of the church can be.) While he wonders about how he can fit this encounter into his morning, he stretches, promptly cracking his back, a groan creeping out from his mouth. 

Copia pulls himself up, and begins his slow trek to the small personal bathroom he has, staring into the mirror. “A small trim of my mustache, maybe? How else will I keep the Siblings in line?” He chuckles to himself, running his fingers along his jaw. His sideburns could use a small shave, a bit unruly for Copia’s taste. 

 From the other room his alarm goes off, and he makes a light jog to his nightstand. He doesn’t use his phone much, but he has gotten the hang of setting up his alarms. Better than the one before, that nuisance, he thinks to himself. A small chorus of squeaks erupts from the corner of the room, the small chimes of the alarm waking his rats. 

“Yes my little ones, I will feed you soon! As soon as your papa gets clean, I will start your morning.” Copia coos from across the room, and walks back to his shower, turning on the water as hot as it will go. As steam fills the room, he takes the time to walk to the cage across the room in order to stave off the beginning of his busy day. He pops the cage lid on top of it, and reaches his hand in. 

The most mischievous, Sandro, runs up to his hand and gives a curious sniff. Copia runs his hand along Sandro’s spine, the approving wheet wheets making Copias’ lips curl into a soft smile. Francesca, the smallest of his rats, gingerly pats up to his hand and sniffs eagerly. He douses her in gentle scratches on the top of her head. In the corner of the cage his other two (quite large, admittedly) rats, Ira and Faustus, sleep in a delicate heap. 

“Oh, so sweet! I will have to swipe you all some blueberries from the kitchens, the kitchen ghouls will not mind… hopefully. Heh.” He makes a small grimace, remembering the last time a ghoul had seen him sneak out with snacks in the dead of night. They had not said anything, but the silence and their almost hypnotic stare made the embarrassment feel worse than a verbal lashing. Reluctantly, Copia closed the cage latch, and walked to the bathroom. He sighed, swiping his hands over his face. The day must begin, he thought to himself. 

-

Copia whined to himself, dropping his head into his hands. He wishes he had stayed in bed, damnit. His day had not been going… south per se, just definitely wonky. 

Papa Emeritus the III had clapped him on the shoulder earlier after their morning meeting, smiling with a small look of gracious pity.

“Cardinal, you do too much of the worrying, si? You are almost as bad as Secondo, just less of the frowning, of course.” He looked at Copia, whose eyebrows had drawn up in worry. “I guarantee you that the day will proceed as calmly as you wish for it to. You may even have time for one of your mid-afternoon naps you enjoy so much.” 

Copia had only sighed. “Perhaps, Papa. I will have to try to pencil it in.” Mentally he threw the idea away as he realized there would be absolutely no time for a catnap after planning his week's itinerary at the meeting they had just left from. 

Papa chuckled. “Of course you should! The Dark One encourages indulgence, who are we to deny his will?” His gaze turned inquisitive as he gazed at Copia. “Have you spoken to my brother about the arrangements for the sermon tomorrow morning? We have run out of black salt.” 

“Please be more specific Papa, you have two brothers.” Copia said, quickly mentally giggling to himself. Probably more from the way Nihil whored himself out all those years ago. But who am I to say, I do not know these things! Copia had to quickly bite his cheek, a nasty habit, as he stopped himself from giggling aloud. 

None the wiser to Copia’s internal quips, Papa Emeritus the III shrugged nonchalantly. “I mean Secondo of course, he is always so fussy about his sermons! Going on and on, he does. I am always asleep by the end, melted to the floor like his precious candles.” Papa smiled at Copia. “I am only joking, you know this? It is always my father who is slumped in the pews.”  

Copia let a cautious grin cover his face at that. Many times he had seen Papa Nihil hunched over in the front pew during midnight mass, curiously still with a measured rise and fall of his back. 

Terzo stopped sharply and turned to the Cardinal as they reached the end of the hallway. “Well, our little chat was nice, but I should be going now. Siblings to talk to, calls to make. You understand.” 

Copia nodded, “Of course Papa, perhaps I’ll see you later?” Copia didn’t mind talking to people, in fact, he looked forward to it. He just often found himself saying the wrong thing at inopportune times. While Terzo was a colorful horndog, he was good fun on occasion. It was more so that Copia hated crowds, he had since he was a child. It was always better for him to rush in and get out as quickly as he could, or wait behind the back of the queue for everyone to trickle out. But he knew Terzo had his side he hid, the one that Copia had only seen when they spoke quietly with a sense of brother-like urgency.

Terzo smiled, his eyes warm as he looked at Copia. “If our paths cross! I will see you at dinner, most likely.” He claps Copia on the shoulder. “If I am not having another meal in my quarters.” He smirks, and makes to saunter off, leaving Copia with only the thought of chasing down Papa Emeritus the II and inquiring about his taste in candles, and preparations for the Black Mass at the end of the week. 

It is now that Copia sits at his desk, his forehead resting on his steepled hands. I will die under a sea of paper. He thinks to himself, and his stomach gives a plaintive growl. With how his day was going, he had only had time to scarf down two cornettos before the early morning meeting, and had been surviving on coffee with cream and an egregious amount of sugar. The caffeine did little to serve him, it only made the absence of food worse. He knew these things, and yet here he was, sipping out of his small saucer of a drink that barely qualified as coffee anymore. 

He sighed, and leaned back in his chair, blinking his eyes which felt syrupy with sleep. He reached his hands up and took off his biretta, running his hands through his mousy brown hair. Maybe he’d have time to take a nice long bath tonight, curl up and pamper his babies? Maybe drive Miss Daisy? He opened his eyes and looked at the mess of expense reports he was currently sorting through. He leaned forward and rested his head against his desk, the cool wood welcoming. Maybe he could rest his eyes for just a few moments, just a break for his brain… 

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“-inal. Cardinal!” 

Copia awoke with a start, his biretta slipping off his head and drifting to the ground pitifully. He flung his body up and jerked his head up to meet the person who woke him up. Papa Emeritus the I stood towering over him, his posture still domineering even in his old age. He stared at Copia, his eyes curiously questioning in the low light of his office- wait. How late was it?

Copia swung his head towards the window and gasped. “Papa! I am so sorry, I- shit.” Embarrassment overtook him. “I, eh, was resting my eyes. The reports and such, they can be, eh… challenging.” Copia angled his face back towards Primo, feeling his face flush. To be caught slacking in his duties by one of the senior most Clergy members… he would think about this moment for years to come. As the owner of the second most employee of the months awards, he hoped this wouldn’t be jotted down in a performance report. 

Papa’s eyes shone in the ambient light of Copia’s tableside lamp, and his face softened by a portion. “Cardinal, it is not as late as you think it is. From the state of your hair, I only think it has been about, hm, twenty minutes or so since you drifted into sleep?” Copia let out an exhale, yet Primo continued. “I only closed the blinds for you. Tell me, do you perhaps have the schedule for next weeks’ pumpkin carving activities for the younger siblings? I need to prepare for the pumpkin harvest with the ghouls.” 

Copia nodded and scrabbled amongst the files on his desk, gingerly pulling out the paper and handing it toward Primo, who deftly took it. 

“Thank you, Cardinal.” Primo spoke firmly, gazing briefly around the room and then looking back at Copia. “I hope you enjoy the rest of your day, I will have a Sibling drop this schedule off here after I’m done looking through.” 

“Of course Papa, take your time” Copia was still fighting off the mortification that Primo had caught him asleep, especially since he was prone to drooling when deep in sleep. He would have to check his desk for any slobber once Papa had made his exit. 

Primo nodded, and walked towards the door to his office, and Copia took the chance while his back was turned to scan the desk for any drool. Luckily, he only saw papers, papers, and more papers. 

“Oh and, Cardinal?” 

Copia perked up and looked towards Papa. “Yes, Papa?”

Papa Emeritus the I smiled, his white eye held a subtle twinkle, belying his age. “You are lucky mio fratello did not find you sleeping on the job. He would never let you hear the end of it.” He swiftly turned to open the door, and slipped out, the door closing with a soft click.

Copia simply nodded, his ears were surely bright red. He hurriedly ran his fingers through his hair, and dropped his head onto his desk. “Shit, I just-ugh!” He was indeed lucky that Secondo had not caught him, the disapproving look and talking to he would have received would have ripped him in two. He just wanted this day to be over, and it was only 2 o’clock! Though he hadn’t smoked one since his novitiate classes, he could go for a cigarette right about now.

He rose up and took a deep breath. He couldn’t wait to be back in his bed, watching a movie, maybe playing his games, and curling up in his sweats. He would light a candle maybe, and then he would slip into blissful sleep. But for now, the work of the Cardinal was not done. Copia picked himself up with a small puff of air, and pushed in his chair behind him. He needed to go supervise the Latin class, and then check on the preparations for midnight mass for later in the week. He wanted nothing more than a nice coffee. 

-

Compared to earlier when Copia had wanted a coffee, now all he wanted was a stiff pineapple daiquiri. The sit-in observation at the Latin lesson had gone well (The siblings were sure to pass their certifications with flying colors, Sister Bianca was good at what she did).

However, the midnight mass preparations had gone to shit. The candles the clergy usually used were out of stock, and they weren’t with their current stock. He had even tried to call in a favor with their usual supplier, and they were too stretched thin even with the wiggle room they had. Not for the first time that day, he was beginning to think of just hiding in a nearby storage closet. Not that he had done that before, surely not. (Only once or twice, though he would never speak it aloud).

He made his way to Secondo’s office, his papers nervously crinkled in his hands. He often had the bad habit of wrinkling his papers in thought, and then discovering that they were bent every which way when he inspected them later. Thankfully, no one had ever commented on it, but he had received no shortage of stern looks from his instructors as a young man. 

His feet had led him to Secondo’s office, and he stood there contemplating whether or not to turn around and simply sprint to the nearest room and hide. While he wasn’t actually scared of him, he didn’t want to disappoint him. Copia never wanted to disappoint anyone. Sister had always told him he needed to keep in mind that there will always be somebody who will be disappointed. While these words did little to comfort him, they never really had , he knew they were true. It didn’t lessen the fact that Copia wanted to give good news whenever possible.

Taking a deep breath, he raised his hand to knock on the door when it opened. Copia was only slightly shorter than Secondo, but he still had to raise his head up to meet his eyes. Papa Emeritus’ eyes stared back, his eyes glowering down at Copia. 

“Cardinal, I thought I heard you outside. Please, come in.” His baritone voice floated through the air, and Copia nodded quickly. 

As he stepped inside Secondo’s office, he found himself slightly relaxing. The scent of incense was strong, but not overwhelming. The lighting in the room was minimal, the only sources being the tall lamp adjacent to his desk, and the curtains that blocked the large window to his left. He shuffled in, sitting down at the plush green armchair in front of Papa. 

“So, Cardinal,” Secondo said, letting out a huff as he sat down in his own chair opposite Copia. His hands rose, steepled under his chin as he gazed evenly at Copia. “How are the candle orders for Mass this week coming along?”

Copia sighed, his hands coming to rest on his lap. “Papa, I will not lie, they are… not promising.” He said quickly. 

“Oh? And what exactly is not promising about them?” Papa spoke quietly, his hands uncrossing from under his chin and reaching out, gesturing for the papers currently in Copia’s hands. 

“I have been unable to get in contact with anyone who has them in stock. Papa, I don’t suppose you know anyone?” He leaned forward, handing the manilla file of papers to him. He was hoping, praying even, that Secondo might be able to help him. Besides the expense reports still sitting menacingly on his desk back in his office, Copia still had to sort through the mail he had received during the weekend. 

Secondo hummed, his gloved fingers flicking through the order forms. “I do.” He said simply, his eyes still looking over the papers Copia had handed him. “I can get in touch with someone. Consider it done, I’ll have a ghoul drop the finished form off in your office by the morning.” He locked eyes with Copia, a subtle smirk on his lips. “They didn’t let you call in your favor from last year, hm?” 

Copia shook his head, his anxiety rapidly fading. “No, they did not. They said they didn’t know what I was talking about, I think it may have been a lie.” He chuckled softly. 

Secondo scoffed, letting the papers fall from his hands back into the manilla folder on his desk. “Inutile (useless). We need to change providers, I believe.” 

Copia sighed, nodding quickly. “I agree, Papa. Thank you for your help.” He smiled softly at him. 

Secondo nodded, a subtle smile sent towards Copia. “Of course, Cardinal.” He cleared his throat, raising an eyebrow at him. “Now, I believe you have some expense reports from Terzo’s trip to Los Angeles to work through. I wouldn’t want to be you, especially with how much that idiota (idiot) spends on his hotel rooms. How a man could need that many extra towels is beyond me.” He shook his head with a barely audible scoff, leaning back in his chair and letting his eyes close. Copia could see where the papal paint around his eyes had begun to crease, the wrinkled skin underneath peeking through. But just as quickly as he had seen it, Secondo had met his gaze once more. 

Copia rose from his chair, ignoring the twinge in his lower back. “Yes, Papa, of course.” He nodded once more towards him, and then walked quickly to his office door. He heard Secondo sigh from behind him, and the scratch of his pen against paper. And as Copia closed the door as quietly as he could manage, he let out a deep breath. One less thing off of his plate, he said to himself.

—

And just as quickly as the day seemed to slide downhill, it leveled out just as quickly. Copia briskly walked down the Abbey hall, looking to his right to gaze out the window as he passed by. The gentle rays of the last hours of sunlight shone through the glass, just soft enough to light the way without blinding him. Through the sunlight he could see the nearby forest, the green boughs of leaves bouncing in the summer breeze. He could see dots of picnic blankets dotting the courtyard, no doubt Siblings and ghouls wanting to take in the weather while they could. And even when the sun fell down below the skyline, he knew those same people would lay under the waning gibbous until the lightning bugs went to sleep. 

Copia smiled to himself. His reports were done, his belly full from the light dinner he had with Sister in the corner of the dining hall, and his back had popped when he rose from his office chair earlier. No more candle crisis either! 

As he opened the door to his quarters, bumping the door open with his hip as he held onto the small plate of fruit, he grinned at the sound of his rats squeaking from the corner. 

“Yes, I hear you bambini (babies), I have a surprise!” He cooed as he shut the door, quickly walking over the elaborate setup in the corner. All of his precious rats were up, their delightful little faces peering curiously through the bars. Ira and Faustus were now awake, pawing at the wire. Copia set the plate of fruit down on the adjacent nightstand, his hands quickly unfastening the top of the cage so he could look in from above. 

“Ah, sì, naturalmente, (yes, of course). I have not forgotten my promise! Look at all of you.” He whispered, his hands dipping into the soft bedding below to pick up Francesca. He holds her to his chest, reaching one hand over to grab a piece of diced apple. He hands it to her, a delighted smile gracing his face as he watches her small paws gingerly hold the apple and raise it to nibble upon. 

“Yes, cara ragazza, it’s all for you. Don’t gorge yourself.” He giggles, his hands holding her close to his chest as her tail wraps around his wrist for safety. His rats below squeak plaintively, clearly offended that he had picked Francesca up first. He laughs at the way Sandro has risen onto his back feet, reaching out to him. 

“Yes, you will all have some, I promise. Abbi pazienza! (Have patience!).” He shakes his head in false exasperation, his heart swelling with the warm feeling of a day well done, a duty well fulfilled. 

And he also has time to play Dr. Mario.

[track2hack]

06.05.2025

Happy 4 years Eddie ❤️🕊️

Hard to believe we’ve come so far as a team already, even if my riding hasn’t improved that much 🙈 From a scrawny 4yo fresh off the track to having our own feature article in a magazine, to becoming a trekking horse carting around beginners to an endurance horse always placing top 10, to a pony club extraordinaire to a very beloved neighbourhood icon, to being known as “the cute standardbred” wherever he goes, my wee man can do it all and we couldn’t have done any of it without the amazing people who’ve helped us along the way 🥰

Here’s to 20 more years of my best friend in the whole world ❤️🤞

🎵: Tyler, The Creator - GONE, GONE / THANK YOU

[biomic]

Hi! I see a lot of screenshots and such from your blog for things like (I believe) Kamen Rider(?) I might be wrong please forgive me if so. I have always had a sort of vague interest in sentai media but never knew good hopping on points, do you have any personal recommendations for where an absolute beginner might jump in to watch shows like that?

if you're interested in tokusatsu, you can really start anywhere that looks cool or interesting to you! most seasons, aside from some anniversaries and the very rare sequel show, are pretty self-contained for the most part. diehard fans will make a big deal out of "good and bad starting points" but the truth is every show has been someone's first and hooked them on the genre, even the "bad" seasons (the poor quality of which is often exaggerated by fandom anyway) or the experimental entries not indicative of the wider franchise they're part of

but! if you want some real beginner friendly, you'll-probably-have-fun-with-this toku, my go-to recs for The Big Three™:

if you want to follow a team of heroes grow together as they fight evil in increasingly silly scenarios, super sentai's probably the series for you (and my favorite ^_^)

watch kiramager if you want a straightforward throwback to classic sentai. it's a back-to-basics season that gives you a good baseline of what sentai as a whole can be, while elevated enough by its stellar cast and infectious energy so as to never feel generic

shinkenger takes a more dramatic approach to the usual sentai formula, following a team of samurai recruited to serve under a lord who isn't telling them everything he knows. an incredibly stylish show that's almost sure to leave an impression

kamen rider began as a tragic hero, kidnapped by the villainous organization shocker and turned into a cyborg against his will, ultimately escaping and using his newfound abilities to put an end to their evil. since the original story, kamen rider has gone through a whole host of various different tones and storylines, arguably becoming the most versatile of the big franchises, though certain elements remain consistent like the near ever-present bug motif or our heroes using powers derived from evil for the sake of good

created in the wake of the 2011 tohoku earthquake disaster, kamen rider fourze was made with the goal to make children smile again, and that desire led to something really special. arguably The Power of Friendship™ show to end all others, and while its upbeat tone might not exactly be in line with Classic Kamen Rider™, it stands as a great entry point thanks to the passion behind it and its clear love for the genre

probably best experienced as blind as possible, kamen rider build is a rollercoaster of a series full of high stakes, mystery, intrigue, and Heated Drama Between Men™. if you want something more serialized that'll keep you on the edge of your seat throughout, build's one of the very best

i also wanna mention kamen rider gotchard, the currently airing series! we're only 8 episodes in at the time of this post, so you could catch up quick while still going through the backlog. very much a back-to-basics season, introducing pokemon-style creatures for our protagonists to catch in addition to the usual superheroics. it's been pretty cute so far :)

ultraman is a sci-fi series that typically follows a defense team created to defend the earth from aliens and kaiju, aided by the giant of light, ultraman. as opposed to the other two franchises where there's often a serial plot to follow and a centralized villain faction, ultra typically thrives with telling standalone sci-fi stories, usually aligning with a show's overarching theme and often compared to shows like star trek or the twilight zone, though recent seasons have been more willing to switch up the format

ultraman x is for anyone who's ever asked, "but... what if we could be friends with godzilla?" young XiO scientist daichi becomes bonded with the alien ultraman x and work together to protect the earth and fight for a future where humans, aliens, and kaiju can coexist. to me this is like, the platonic ideal of what ultraman is, and a perfect starting point because of it. also features several crossover episodes with past ultra seasons throughout the show, but it's all still very new-viewer friendly and could even entice you to check out some of those shows yourself!

ultraman orb, the 50th anniversary of the series, changes course by making the defense team a background component in favor of following amateur investigators and the mysterious, lone wanderer who's suddenly entered their lives (hint: he's ultraman). another iconic entry in the Heated Drama Between Men Cinematic Universe and a nice balance between ultra's classic status quo and a more modern ongoing narrative

i'd also be remiss not to mention the currently airing ultraman blazar, which i unfortunately have not been able to keep up with due to outside circumstances but have heard NOTHING but glowing praise for. it's simulcast on youtube every week with english subtitles AND an optional english dub!

pretty much all of these can be snagged over at nyaa(.)si, and x and orb can be watched legally over on tubitv(.)com!

[a-most-beloved-fool]

I don’t remember when I followed you (I never had an interest in Star Trek and idk if you were an old old mutual that remade or something) but now I have so much secondhand knowledge of it, I’d like to ask where to begin? Is there a beginner friendly series, go chronologically, or some other way you recommend someone starting out with the Star Trek universe?

I've definitely always been a star trek blog, so I'm a bit impressed you're still here! I'm more than happy to help <3

As for starting Star Trek... there's a few places that could work!

I do think chronologically works well. The Original Series is (in my opinion) genuinely a lot of fun, and it gives you a good basis for the general vibe of the Trek universe. (It's all about hope for the future! And really silly costumes!) However, it was made in the 60s, and there are definitely part of it that are... very 60s. Parts of it aged very well, and parts of it didn't quite so much. (I also have a friend who thinks the pacing is weird?) I love it, and clearly it's made an impact, but it's not everyone's favorite! (And actually I think there may be some "Best Of" guides that let you skip some of the most "60s-ish" episodes, too)

If you'd rather start somewhere else, I think the next best spot is The Next Generation, which is the second series chronologically. It started airing in 1987, so the pacing/acting/special effects/etc. are all more modern, and possibly a bit more palatable. Also I think the first two episodes jump right into Star Trek's weirdness lmao so you'll know what you're getting into from the start. It is, at times, a very silly show.

The two other most reasonable places to begin, which might be considered the best spots for beginners, are

a) the AOS movies (Star Trek: 2009, Into Darkness, and Beyond), which are a bit more marvel/star wars/action type in their framing and therefore really aren't my favorite, but I know they've gotten a lot of new people into the fandom, and they are fun, so I can't begrudge them. (they're based on the Original Series characters in an alternate universe, so the names are the same as the OGs, but the world, plot, and characterizations aren't really.)

and

b) Star Trek: Prodigy, which is a new animated kid's series, and does a fantastic job being Star Trek. (and actually more trekkies need to watch it still. seriously! it's good!) It's a lot of fun, and gives a good taste of the feel of Star Trek in 24 minute episodes instead of the usual 50. (This is also the only one I know for sure is on a non-paramount streaming service, which may be a point in its favor)

Strange New Worlds might also be a pretty safe place to start, but I haven't seen that one yet, so I won't swear by it. also i keep hearing about things they're doing to spock and i have concerns It's still coming out, and is technically a prequel to the Original Series (though canon doesn't 100% line up. it's fine, it's sci-fi, there are alternate universes lmao). I've heard that it does a good job keeping the fun and campyness of Trek when some of the newer shows have lost it!

Honestly, I think you could start pretty much anywhere and have a good time! Star Trek does like to make references to itself, but it doesn't typically rely on you knowing these references. (Though I admit that I didn't recommend Lower Decks as a starting place entirely because i think it will be more fun if you understand the references. That show likes to make callbacks.)

This is probably a longer guide than you need, but. hopefully it helps? And do please tell me what you think, if you decide to start any of it! I'd love to hear!!! <3

[werewolfetone]

hello! i found your blog through the star trek meme post, do u have any recommendations for beginners that would like to actually know what’s going on?

Let me first apologise for taking so long to answer this ask which was sent in uh. february. anyway #1 you should familiarise yourself with northern irish history (thomas hennessy's a history of northern ireland and atq stewart's the narrow ground are good but neither covers the troubles in their entirety; for that the most accessible and comprehensive option imo is peter taylor's trilogy about the subject, which can also mostly be found in documentary form on youtube. say nothing by patrick radden keefe is also very accessible, especially, imo, if you happen to be american) and #2 you should actually listen to northern irish people (online, irl, in the various books & articles which have been published about it, etc) about their politics rather than either assuming you automatically know best or listening to what someone who has 0 experience with the situation thinks. and #3 get your news about northern ireland from somewhere other than tumblr. I really don't care how you do this just pleaseeee the next time someone posts the star trek meme go and actually research whatever it is they've posted it in reaction to because some of the things it's posted for... well they simply don't merit that sort of reaction

[nepalsocialtreak]

Mera Peak Climbing – A Himalayan Adventure for Beginners

Have you ever dreamed of standing on top of a Himalayan mountain, looking out at some of the world’s tallest peaks? If yes, then Mera Peak in Nepal might be the perfect place to start your journey. It’s high, exciting, and beautiful – but also safe and beginner-friendly for people with no climbing experience.

Let’s talk about what makes Mera Peak so special and why it could be the best adventure of your life.

Where is Mera Peak?

Mera Peak is located in the Everest region of Nepal. It is one of the highest trekking peaks in the country, with a height of 6,476 meters (21,247 feet). Even though it’s high, the climb is not very technical. That means you don’t need expert mountaineering skills to reach the top — just good physical fitness and a strong mindset.

Why Choose Mera Peak?

Many people choose Mera Peak as their first real Himalayan summit. It gives you a true mountain experience without being too risky or complicated. Here’s why people love it:

Amazing views: From the top of Mera Peak, you can see five of the world’s tallest mountains — Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Kangchenjunga. The view is like a dream.

Less crowded: The trail to Mera Peak is peaceful. Unlike Everest Base Camp, which is often full of trekkers, Mera offers quiet nature and beautiful scenery.

Good for beginners: It’s perfect for people who are new to high-altitude trekking and want to try glacier walking and basic climbing.

What is the Journey Like?

The journey to Mera Peak usually takes about 15 to 18 days. Here’s a simple idea of how it goes:

You start with a scenic flight to Lukla, a small airport in the mountains.

You trek through forests, rivers, and Sherpa villages for several days.

As you go higher, you take acclimatization days to let your body adjust to the altitude.

You reach Mera Base Camp and prepare for the climb.

On summit day, you wake up early (around 2–3 AM) and climb slowly towards the peak with the help of ropes, crampons, and an ice axe.

When you finally reach the top, the feeling is unforgettable. You’ll be standing above the clouds, surrounded by snow and Himalayan giants.

Best Time to Climb

The best time to climb Mera Peak is during:

Spring (March to May)

Autumn (September to November)

During these seasons, the weather is clear, and the views are fantastic. The temperature is also more stable, which makes the climb more comfortable and safe.

Do I Need to Train?

Yes, it’s a good idea to prepare your body before the climb. You don’t have to be an athlete, but regular exercise like walking, hiking, running, or even simple cardio and strength training can help you build stamina and reduce the risk of altitude sickness.

Is it Safe?

Yes, with the right guide and proper gear, Mera Peak is safe for beginners. You’ll be trekking with experienced local guides who know the route and understand how to take care of climbers. Most groups also carry oxygen and first-aid kits for extra safety.

Final Thoughts

Mera Peak is more than just a mountain. It’s an adventure, a challenge, and a memory you’ll carry for a lifetime. If you want to do something exciting, step out of your comfort zone, and explore the beauty of the Himalayas, Mera Peak climbing is a great place to start.

You don’t need to be a professional climber. All you need is the spirit to try, the will to keep going, and the love for nature and mountains. The rest, you’ll learn on the way.

[iamxamant]

5 Things You Must Know Before the Nag Tibba Trek

Planning your first Nag Tibba trek? I recently did it with my college friends, and trust me, it’s stunning! But a little prep can make your experience even better. Here are 5 things I wish I knew before I went:

1. It’s Not Too Long, But Be Ready for the Climb The whole trek is about 16 km (to and fro), and it’s doable in 2 days. While it’s beginner-friendly, some parts are steep, so a bit of walking practice goes a long way!

2. Timing Is Everything If you want to see snow, go between December and March. For clearer trails and green views, try April to June. I went in March and caught snow at the top, unreal!

3. Getting There Is Easy from Delhi Start your Nag Tibba trek from Delhi by taking a night bus or train to Dehradun. From there, it’s a scenic drive to Pantwari village, where the trek begins. We booked a local cab and started hiking right after breakfast.

4. A Bit of Fitness Helps Even though it’s a short trek, don’t underestimate the uphill walk. I’d suggest a few brisk walks or light workouts in the week before your trip, it really helps.

5. Pack Light, But Smart Layers are your best friend here. Mornings are cold, afternoons get warm, and evenings can surprise you with wind or even rain. Don’t forget your trekking shoes, water bottle, and some energy snacks!

Final Thoughts Nag Tibba Trek is perfect if you’re craving a quick escape into the mountains. The sunrise at the summit? Totally worth every step. Just go prepared—and let the Himalayas do the rest.