#but I promise you its worth it to really explore and experience if its something that really interests you

[waterwindow]

Soldier players are admirable to me and you doing some guiding to the anons is really cool, might try rocket jumping again we'll see

-a demo player that can sometimes mid air sticky jump and can glide across the ground on upward from blu spawn till the mine exit(and is bad at rockets)

hey airpogo is legit, most demojumping is hella hardcore :D one of my best friends is a cracked demo jumper AND soldier jumper (because I love having an excuse to gush about my friends here's some of his stuff)

You can absolutely have both. But I'll warn you, Rocket and Sticky jumping both are very difficult and they legitimately take many years to get really good at. Just remember to keep working hard and don't give up on yourself and have faith that you will improve. I believe in you!

[moonpascaltoo]

ominis gaunt

MASTERLIST • HOGWARTS LEGACY • 11/29/24

˚‧⁺ ･ ˖ · ୨ৎ recs

𑣲 something wretched about this, something so precious about this I @shadowtriovibes

mc is absolutely taken with ominis' mouth in every sense of the word

𑣲 you were the first I @spaceyaceface

Ominis Gaunt has never known affection. He has never known how it felt to love---to be loved. She came and changed all of it.

𑣲 only in dreams I @/spaceyaceface

She spent her days in love with him, and her nights wishing they were together. But she knew it would never be---Ominis Gaunt had sworn off love for the sake of ending his family's legacy. She knew she wouldn't be an exception to that.

𑣲 he’s so in love I @hufflepuffwitchhh

ominis is in love with you. now, who's gonna tell him?

𑣲 her touch I @thenerdykneazle

Ominis had never been fond of being touched. Or, at least, he had few positive experiences with it. That changed with the arrival of the new fifth-year.

𑣲 amorous tension I @/thenerdykneazle

Poppy is quite sure her best friend has feelings for our favourite heir of Slytherin. MC is quite sure she doesn't, despite abundant evidence to the contrary. When Ominis asks MC to help him study for an upcoming potions exam, she jumps at the chance.

𑣲 the scriptorium I @/thenerdykneazle

After a harrowing journey through Slytherin's Scriptorium, Ominis helps MC recover from being subjected to the torture curse. After all, he has personal experience dealing with its effects.

𑣲 because you’re mine I @metal-mouse

You are most surprised to see Ominis Gaunt return to you with a broken nose and a black eye from a fight. He's being awfully cryptic about who he got into a fight with, until you've finished healing him and he confesses why he's so upset.

𑣲 sensing you part 2 I @darknights04

You and Ominis have been friends for as long as you've been at Hogwarts. He's felt more for you for almost just as long. He's never thought about telling you, but that was until the new fifth year put you in great danger.

𑣲 a jeweled promise I @forbidden-amortentia

In 7th year, to formalize Ominis & reader courting/dating, he gifts them a necklace. While putting it on, it can only be unlocked with parseltongue, so a bit possessive but mostly sweet demonstration of his affection & devotion to reader. Possibly includes some tender touches and kisses in the neck/ear/jaw area.

𑣲 hold me close and hold me fast I @princessconsuela120

You fall asleep on Ominis' shoulder during class.

𑣲 all you’ve done part 2 part 3 I @chickenlizard13

𑣲 actions speak louder than words I @sissyisawitch

Even though the two of you are not on good terms after a certain event, you and Ominis decide to go and explore Salazar Slytherin's Scriptorium in order to help Sebastian. But you know what they say, danger helps to reconcile… but also to bring out the truth.

𑣲 note taking part 2 part 3 part 4 I @dittanyinbloom

𑣲 the polyjuice ploy I @cranetreegang

𑣲 temporary blindness I @sebastianswallows

𑣲 in the middle part 2 I @awkwardauthorwrites

After a few months of knowing the reader the boys suddenly realise one day they are falling in love with the reader and start to become a bit bitter towards each other and very jealous if another guy gives her attention.

𑣲 moonlight I @galaxiasgreen

In search of distraction from Ranrok's rebellion, you dance with Ominis in the Undercroft.

𑣲 a cruelty vivid and sweet part 2 part 3 I @/galaxiasgreen

Never before had he really met a Muggle-born. He had no idea how naïve they were. How unprepared. Certainly, his family said they, and Muggles in general, were inferior, stupid, barely worthy to be at Hogwarts. Barely worth existing. But you weren't any of those things.

𑣲 like an evening sky I @thecharacterchronicler

You ask Ominis to be your date for the ball and he feels sorry that he can’t see how beautiful you are... So you help him get a much more detailed and intimate idea of what you look like.

𑣲 return I @weasleys-wizard-writes

You and Ominis are finally reunited on the Hogwarts express after several weeks apart. The only problem is, you're running late, and Gaunts are not known for their patience...

[theresattrpgforthat]

Hello!! Do you know any TTRPGs surrounding translation or languages? 😊 (thanks for all your work btw!!!)

THEME: Language / Translation Games

Hello friend! As someone who studied linguistics in university, I absolutely love talking about all of the funky things languages do! I hope these recommendations tickle your fancy!

Dialect, by Thorny Games.

Dialect is a game about an isolated community, their language, and what it means for that language to be lost. In this game, you’ll tell the story of the Isolation by building their language. New words will come from the fundamental aspects of the community: who they are, what they believe in, and how they respond to a changing world.

Dialect uses a deck of cards to help minimize the amount of choices you have to make in character creation, by dealing three cards to each player and having the players choose one from just those three. You track the change of your language over a series of turns, using prompts to help you navigate the conversations that arise in your community as the world around them changes.

Dialect has been very highly regarded as a game that really delivers on the experience that it promises. The grief that accompanies language death really shines through this game, so if you want to combine the wonder of creation with the pain of losing something so integral to your sense of being, this is the game for you.

Tiny Frog Wizards, by @prokopetz

You have mastered the secret arts of sorcery

The very primordial energies of creation and destruction are yours to wield as you will.

You are two inches tall.

Tiny Frog Wizards is a game about tiny frogs, wielding magic using the power of words. When you want to do something magical, you will roll somewhere between 1-3 dice, and use the values of your rolled dice to determine how the range, magnitude, and control of your magic.

What’s important in terms of this game recommendation is the Control aspect, because how well you are able to wield your magic depends on how many words you are able to use to make things happen! It’s a lot easier to use a spell with precision if you have enough words to detail where you want a magical pen to write, or what you want to throw a tiny magic missile at. Not enough words? Then the GM has license to cause some humorous side effects, or, if you roll poorly enough, cause your spells to really go off the rails.

If you like games where you need to choose your words carefully, Tiny Frog Wizards is worth checking out - especially since it’s in free playtest!

Xenolanguage, by Thorny Games.

Xenolanguage is a tabletop role-playing game about first contact with alien life, messy human relationships and what happens when they mix together.  At its core, you explore your pivotal relationships with others on the mission as you uncover meaning in an alien language. The game gives a nod to soulful sci-fi media like Arrival, Story of Your Life and Contact, but tells its own story. It’s a game for 2-4 players in 3-4 hours.

In Xenolangauge, you play as a group of people bound together through a shared past with unsettled questions. Your task is to understand why the aliens have come and what they are trying to tell us. You will soon discover the key to understanding lies in your memories together.

This is definitely an in-person game, as it is meant to come with a modular channeling board that will provide you with alien symbols that you will use to help you interpret messages. This is more than a game about language, it’s about relationship, shared memories, and connection.

Xenolanguage was kickstarted at the beginning of this year, but you can check out the above link to pre-order the game if this sounds interesting to you!

Star-Spawned, by Penguin King Games.

One unearthly night, a ray of colourless light descended from the stars, and under its warping radiance, creatures unlike any the world has ever seen were born. They do not know the world, and they do not know themselves. Unfortunately for the world, they're quick learners!

Star-Spawned is a GMless, oneshot-oriented tabletop RPG in which you don't know what your own traits do when play begins. The names of each group's stats are randomly generated using morpheme chaining, and characters are created while having absolutely no idea what they mean; figuring that out forms the greater part of play.

Star-Spawned is more about self discovery than it is about language, but the use of morpheme-chaining in character creation is intriguing to me. You will randomly roll three pieces of a word, and then chain them together to create a unique Facet, available to the players as stats. These Facets don’t have a meaning when the game begins - you need to play to find out what they mean. If you like playing around with semantics - the meaning of words - this might be a game for you.

Degenerate Semantics, by Mikael Andersson.

Degenerate Semantics is a role-playing game for 1-5 players and one Game Master (GM). The players will each portray a character who live in Emmaloopen's poverty-stricken lower city. They are young, wild, ambitious, and independent. This way of life is threatened by other factions, and the players will need to have their characters work together to survive and thrive.

In the process of playing the game, the players and GM will define and flesh out a language called Bandethal. A collection of street terms and slang, Bandethal is used both as a way to talk openly about illicit activities without alerting authorities and to establish street cred. The terms are liberally mixed in with plain English, or when the language is mature enough, can be used entirely on its own. The characters' success is in large part based on how proficiently the players wield the language.

A friend of mine ran this game for me three or four years ago, and it’s been sitting in the back of my head ever since. Degenerate Semantics was created for a Game Chef competition in 2014, and has remained in the same state since then. I don’t think there’s any more work being done on it, but the game is there for anyone who wants to give it a go - and while there’s a setting that comes with the game, that setting is highly flexible, depending on what your group is interested in. Our group decided to use a lot of gardening metaphors, and undertook a plant-based heist as our act of rebellion! If you want a game about the power that language can give a tightly-knit group, this is the game for you.

I've Also Recommended...

DROWWORD, by Ursidice.

[totaldramafan-lauri]

Make Use Of Me (chapter 1, preview)

Dec. 7 EDIT: ONCE MORE, WITH BRAVERY THIS TIME. No more chickening out. You can read this thing FOR REAL now. Sorry for being weird, and now....sorry if this wasn't worth it. XD

O-OK...here goes....

First thing's first: I am not expecting a lotta people to read this. I'm not asking people to read this. At this point, I'm making this mostly as a passion project, and if anyone enjoys it, it'll be a really cool bonus. My writing style isn't gonna be for everyone, and the characters I write aren't the most....popular characters in the CRK X Reader community, and I imagine this isn't really something a lotta fans'll be demanding more of.

This is LONG. This one chapter is 56 pages long. I am a VERY wordy writer,

So......why'm I posting this preview? Well....partially as an interest gauge for people who WOULD wanna read it, but...mostly as a motivator. As something to remind myself of whenever I get lazy. After all....I can't quit after I made the first chapter public, right? By doing that, I put myself out there...And, hey, I even tagged it, so, if by the off chance, someone did read it, I'm basically promising them more eventually.....

But, again, I'm not forcing anyone to read this.

Not only is it long, but.....This first chapter is probably my least-favorite thing I've ever written. By posting this chapter by itself, I'm testing to see if it does its job of making people wanna read the rest, cuz....right now, I'm not so sure how well it succeeds at that.....

This is the boring part of the story. It's a bunch of setup, and me jumping through hoop after hoop after hoop to just get everything started. I know setup is important and all, but....I'm already a very wordy writer, so....oof....There is some interesting stuff that happens, but it takes a while to get there.

I-I....kinda hate it, actually. The only reason I didn't scrap it is that I didn't realize I hated it until I was about halfway through it and the "good part" hadn't started yet. And I still spent a month writing the thing, so....I finished it.

I'm tagging this...as an experiment. If you wanna read this, go ahead. W-well, read my tags first, THEN go ahead. XD

All I can really say in this chapter's defense is that....I do try my best to salvage it. It's just setup, but I TRIED to make it interesting. And everything that seems like it didn't go anywhere, will later. This isn't the whole story, it's just the beginning of what's gonna be a BIG story. Anything that seems weird in this chapter, gets explored in the other chapters. This does set up a bunch of stuff that becomes important later (The friend character shows up later, the Colosseum becomes relevant later). This chapter is boring, but I tried not to make any of it pointless.

For the future: I'm aiming for five chapters. Chapters 2 and 3 will be a series of smaller vignettes that take place over the course of a few years, chapter 4 will be the climax, and chapter 5 will be something of an epilogue. After that, there will be two endings to choose from (which will make sense when we get there).

This probably won't be my favorite thing I've ever written, but it will be the most ambitious thing I've ever, and probably will ever, write. I haven't written something like this before, and it's all to flesh out this story and make it believable.

Right now, I.....I want to finish this. I'll probably still be writing this in February at the rate I'm going, but...at this point, I've put too much into it to give up on it. However, I'm STILL not completely ruling out the idea of my motivation dying before then. It COULD happen. So, what I'm planning to do is...setting a short-term goal of finishing chapter 3. After I do that, I'll post the first three chapters on AO3 together, and work on the rest. That way, even if I don't finish it, I'll at least have it over half done, and chapter 3 will end on a somewhat high note.

So, yyyyeah....Not a lotta people will read this preview. Overly wordy writing style + boring setup part of story + 56 pages long + assumed lack of interest for X Readers of this character (At least, I haven't SEEN many simps for her, m-maybe I'm wrong, I might be, I-I haven't checked any tags cuz I've been nervous, b-but it doesn't make my writing any better. In that case, this is my first time writing her so I'm trying super hard to do her justice >//////<)

I-if you wanna read this, and see if this first chapter does a good job of making you wanna read the better chapters, then...Go ahead.....

Some notes:

-This is still not the final draft. It's finalized enough for me to share, but I'm still not considering it finished. Even tho I'm working on chapter 3 right now, I STILL go back and edit this, even very recently. So, chances are, even if the story is finalized, small details and sentences are still subject to change. I know for a fact that there are still SOME placeholder bits in here that will change after I get some stuff cleared up. Recently, I even considered chopping off an entire section to make it shorter. I decided not to, but hey, it could still happen. I don't wanna waste anyone's time. The first chapter of a story, even if it's boring, is still very important, and I wanna make sure it's the best version of itself.

(A-and yes, this means that I've finished chapter 2 as well. The reason I'm not sharing it is that, unlike chapter 1, it was finished VERY recently, so I might still need to give myself time to edit it. From what I have, tho, I do like it a LOT more than chapter 1. There are some parts of chapter 2 that I'm legit proud of.)

-Even tho this first chapter is completely clean, I-I should mention that....this fic is for adults. The full version, at least. Chapters 3 and 4 are gonna contain some light N/S/F/W moments (the "fade to black" variety, so nothing explicit) and there'll be other slightly racey comments here and there. Just a heads-up. I'm gonna be uncomfy with minors reading this.

Th-that's all? I-I think that's all.......O-OK, so......h-here goes..... E-enjoy....

[cinderella-ish]

Readers and Authors: What We Owe to Each Other

(Okay wow I started this post all the way back in August and am only posting it now 🤣 ANYWAY here we go)

So, I had two experiences in the past year or so that made me think hard about how I appraise the fiction I enjoy (in any form).

I read a story that made me so angry I still think about it sometimes.

I saw people angry about the ending of the JuJutsu Kaisen manga before it was even published.

Both of these experiences were kind of baffling to me, but they helped me articulate something that I've probably always believed, even if I hadn't put it into words yet:

Endings matter.

Okay okay, that's simplifying it a lot, but bear with me.

I've had a lot of conversations with friends and family recently, trying to tease out what makes a story successful in my view. Here's where I've currently landed:

Did the story say what it set out to say?

Did the story say something worth saying?

These are obviously very subjective questions, but I think they become easier to answer when using formal analysis structures.

In three-act story structure, the last 2% or so of a story is called the resolution. The climax is over, the protagonist has either succeeded or failed, and readers/viewers want to see how the outcome of that conflict has changed the protagonist's world.

Now, there are a few ways to understand three-act structure, and my favorites are catalogued on K.M. Weiland's website Helping Writers Become Authors. Here's what she has to say about story resolutions (in a positive change arc):

First is the function of each plot point and/or story beat.

The resolution's main job is to provide a sense of closure.

Second is the relationship of a given story beat to its mirror in the other half of the story.

The resolution should mirror the Hook (the very first scenes) in some way.

Third is the metaphorical "world(s)" of each act of the story.

The resolution gives us a look at the protagonist's new normal world after the events of the story. In this sense, it should feel like a new beginning.

Fourth is the character's relationship to the thematic question, truth and lie in each act of the story.

The resolution is where we see the protagonist's new life/outlook, firmly rooted in the thematic truth.

Notice some things that are missing from that list:

A resolution does not need to answer every remaining question or tie off every loose end.

A resolution does not need to solve all the protagonist's problems.

A resolution does not need to provide a satisfying end to every character's story.

(In fact, I'd argue that a resolution works better when it specifically doesn't do those things.)

So, I think we can't really judge a story based on my two criteria until we've seen the ending, aka the resolution, because the resolution's job is to put a point on the story's theme by showing us a glimpse into the protagonist's future that meaningfully contrasts with the beginning to show us how the protagonist has changed in relation to the story's theme.

And this brings me back to the title of this piece.

What do authors and readers owe to each other?

I think, when someone is telling a story, they're essentially making a promise to the reader (or viewer). What they're saying is "I have something important to say, and I will say it over the course of this story."

When someone reads (or watches) a story, I think they're accepting the terms of that promise and saying "I will trust that you will say what you mean to say in this story, and I will trust that what you have to say is important."

So why did that story make me so angry?

The short version:

I trusted that the author would say something important, and I stuck with their story to the end only to realize how utterly shallow and unsubstantial it was!

The longer version:

The story promised to explore an idea that I thought was really interesting, and I was curious as to how the author would do that. As I read, I thought I was picking up on clues that there was more under the surface waiting to be revealed; that there was some event or idea the story hadn't disclosed yet that would put everything that had happened thus far into perspective.

Nope. There was nothing.

In effect, the story was one big "telling, not showing." There was no basis given for the premise, no reason given as to why the characters made the choices they did. The main characters honestly could've been replaced with any characters from any story and it wouldn't have changed a thing - they were dolls that the author was making do whatever the author wanted, rather than characters with motivation and personalities. They were blank slates who didn't really change or cause the world around them to change.

This made me angry because I stuck with the damn thing until the very end only to finally realize that I'd wasted my time when I got to the resolution and it didn't offer me anything more.

What did the story have to say? That the author wanted this thing to happen. Is that something worth saying? For the author, probably. For me, as a reader, absolutely not.

I felt that I had held up my end of the promise as a reader, and I felt that the author hadn't held up their end. I had stuck with the story in good faith, I'd put my trust in the author, and they squandered that trust.

I read until the ending because I'd hoped the resolution would, at minimum, provide some clarity on the story's theme, but it didn't.

This brings me to JuJutsu Kaisen.

The ending of JJK was good, actually?

On the other side of this, I was really baffled by a lot of the complaints about JJK's ending, especially those that were circulating before the manga even finished!

It really baffled me, because I really thought the author had earned the readers' trust by then. There'd been so much analysis on the symbolism and intention behind so much of the story, I was genuinely shocked that anyone lacked faith in Gege Akutami's ability to, in his words, "...end the story in the way [he] wanted." Especially from people who'd otherwise raved about the story.

When I read the final chapters for the first time, I thought they encapsulated several of the story's themes and gave us a peek at the future of the JuJutsu world for the characters we'd come to love.

To me, the final chapters absolutely served the story well in saying what the author was trying to say.

Let's review what a resolution needs to do:

A resolution must provide a sense of closure.

A resolution should mirror the hook in some way.

A resolution gives us a look at the protagonist's new normal in a way that feels like a new beginning.

A resolution shows us the protagonist's new life/outlook, firmly rooted in the thematic truth.

I would argue that the ending of JJK did all of those things, and it did them well.

This is not to say that there are no valid criticisms of JJK, but that I think the ending followed through on the promise the author made to us.

When I go back and revisit some of the most common criticisms of the ending of JJK, they boil down to a few categories:

people who wanted the author to answer every single remaining question

people who wanted the plot-based conflict (rather than the characters' internal conflict) to be solved more definitively or differently

people who wanted more characters to have a complete arc

I think people in group 1 have clearly never seen a beloved series slowly turn to crap because it kept going long after it should've ended. The questions the author didn't answer wouldn't have helped him make his theme land any better.

Meanwhile, group 2 misunderstood the point of the story. JuJutsu Kaisen is not a story about fighting, or curses, or this particular magic system. JuJutsu Kaisen is fundamentally a story about love, and it always has been. Things like curses, magic, fighting, etc... only matter insofar as they help tell that story.

Group 3 can be split up into some smaller groups. I think some of this group might actually fall under groups 1 and/or 2, in that they either just wanted more content, or they over-prioritized plot-based character goals rather than internal conflict-based character goals. As for the rest of group 3, I think they either don't understand what a character arc is, or they forget that Yuji is the protagonist, and therefore his arc is the only one that must encapsulate the main idea(s) of the story in a satisfying way.

So, what is a character arc, anyway?

In a positive change arc, the character starts out believing a lie, and over the course of the story, they overcome that lie and embrace the thematic truth.

I would argue that both Yuji and Megumi experience a positive change arc in JuJutsu Kaisen.

Positive change arcs are the most common type of character arc, but characters can also experience a flat arc or a negative change arc.

In a flat arc, the character doesn't have a lie that they need to overcome. They already believe the story's thematic truth. Instead of this character being the one to change, they use the truth to change the world around them.

In JuJutsu Kaisen, I'd argue that Nobara and Gojo have flat arcs.

Nobara came to JuJutsu Tech to be true to herself. She already knew who she was. At the end of the story, she's still the Nobara we met at the beginning. With Megumi, Yuji, and her other friends and classmates, she succeeded in growing stronger and helping to bring down Sukuna.

Gojo, as the primary mentor character in JuJutsu Kaisen, also exhibits a flat arc. His desire at the start of the story is to fundamentally change JuJutsu society by teaching the next generation, thereby raising up sorcerers who are strong enough to stand beside him. He does this so well that his students are the ones to defeat Sukuna, and not him. After his death, his students are able to carry on his mission.

In Gojo's Past arc, Suguru Geto experiences a negative change arc.

There are 3 typical negative change arcs:

The Corruption Arc: the character starts out believing the truth. Over the course of the story, they reject the truth and embrace the lie.

The Disillusionment Arc: the character starts out believing a lie. Over the course of the story, they overcome the lie, only to find that the truth is tragic.

The Fall Arc: the character starts out believing a lie. Over the course of the story, they get a glimpse of the truth, only to reject it in favor of a worse lie.

Geto starts out believing that sorcerers' duty is to protect those weaker than them (non-sorcerers) from curses,. Through the course of the story, he rejects that belief in favor of the belief that non-sorcerers are not worth saving and must, in fact, be exterminated because they are the source of all curses in the first place.

Depending on whether you see either of his beliefs as the truth (and if so, which one), his arc could be seen as any one of the negative change arcs. I personally see it as a Fall arc, especially if you include the events of JuJutsu Kaisen 0 as part of his arc.

But what's Yuji's arc? What is the theme of JuJutsu Kaisen?

Well, here's where I say that I'm planning a series of posts analyzing JuJutsu Kaisen using three-act story structure. Because I don't have enough ongoing series, apparently. 🤣

If you read this far, thanks for sticking with it! And tell me, is there a story structure or analysis tool you prefer?

[yeetmeoffjueyunkarst]

FINALLY, fellow wlw appreciators!!

last few days i kept thinking about Candace. like... she's just so wonderful, amazing, unique character. she is art. she is imperfect in perfect way if you get what i mean (her negative traits only make her better, closer to real person)

recently i assumed she is very similar to Kazuha in terms of poetic speech manner, chill persona and calm&fighting mode duality. so just imagine... Candace gets the opportunity to leave Aaru village for ur honey moon, so you two spend it travelling, and she sees so many new things, does stuff she never experienced... imagine her visiting Dragonspine!! or Watatsumi island.. or Fontaine!

Negative trait? Hm, maybe because i forgot how she's like during Archon Quest, but the only flaw i would say is that she's... overly loyal to her duty, but it is still within reason as well

Anyways, here you go! Presenting to you,

Once in a lifetime

When you first fell for Candace and knew of her strong loyalty to her hometown, you knew that if you wanted to stick with her, your freedom to come and go so easily would be gone. A trade for a trade, they would say in Liyue.

But for a woman like her, was it not worth it? You may not be travelling as much as before, but it is worth to start a journey with the woman you swore to love and cherish.

Still, to fulfill both your wishes for once, the both of you have decided to set off the day after your wedding night, with the previous protectors of Aaru Village standing guard in place of Candace, as done before.

"Are you ready?" Candace asks softly as you pack your things.

Needless to say, the moment Candace stepped out beyond Aaru Village, she felt a small sense of excitement, like a little kid who just got their favorite candy.

She's been out of Aaru village to Sumeru city, yes. Or at most Gandharva Ville or Ormos Port, but not out of the nation of Wisdom!

Being on a boat, sailing away from her home for the first time... it certainly is a very unique experience for her.

Everyday, she'll be spending at least a good while gazing at the sea, commiting the memory of it into her mind

Water, so scarce in the desert, but so abundant here. Even if it is saltwater

Now, here we will diverge a little.

If you guys go Dragonspine, you will end up in Liyue Harbour first, where you guys stay a night before you travel to Mondstadt

With a guide, and comfortably dressed, the both of you explore the snowy Dragonspine, taking care to avoid monsters along the way as well.

Snow is something the both of you have never seen, so the both of you really had a lot of fun playing with the snow, making snowmen and throwing snowballs.

Thanks to your guide, you also have some pictures of such memories as well.

The both of you mostly stayed in Mondstadt for the rest of the time, exploring the endless greenery that was there, enjoying wine and song for the rest of the time with the lovely people of Mondstadt

If you went to Watasumi Island,

The both of you are very surprised by its beauty. It's like a water paradise, and Candace certainly feels at home because of her Hydro Element.

The grass is purple, the village simple and happy, reminding her of her people back in Aaru Village

You spend the honeymoon roaming the place, having even met the Divine Priestess, Sangomiya Kokomi as well! The both of them have bonded well over their own hydro elements, and how they are both in a way, protectors of their own homeland.

General Gorou also makes an appearance, with him being curious about the foreigners from Sumeru.

All in all, the both of you head home soon after a while with some Watasumi Island specialties, and promises to write to each other and stay in touch

Hooray for new friends!

Finally, if you went to Fontaine...

Think country girl meets the city.

She's probably amazed by the technology present in Fontaine, which even the Akademiya does not possess.

Working machines that act humanoid, or in dog form for some, all even big machines that can have great many functions...

it certainly piques her interest, especially on how it can use various types of weapons as well.

Fontaine is well-arranged and orderly, compared to the more rustic and simple Aaru Village.

So Candace may feel a little out of place, but please comfort her and tell her it's okay, the both of you are just here to sight-see and spend time with each other.

But beyond the main city, it's filled with so much greenery and water as well

Candace would probably have fun diving in the sea as well, it's so colorful and beautiful!

And... maybe you two can sneak a few underwater kisses while diving as well *winks*

And oh the food in Fontaine! Call me wild, but I feel like she'll fall for the sweet treats that they have.

Cue eating as much as she can and getting recipes and deciding to ask the Traveller to send over supplies to make the yummy treats the next time.

"Did you have fun?" You ask softly, on the boat ride back to Ormos Port.

"I did. This was a wonderful time." Candace hugs you closer into her embrace, cherishing your presence.

"Well, perhaps we should get out every now and then. Wouldn't want to keep you all around in Aaru all the time." You boop her nose gently.

"Maybe."

Your lips are engulfed in a warm sensation, as you close your eyes and surrender to the feeling.

I finally posted something my gosh

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[kiwibirdlafayette]

oooo i wanna know about orphi!! he’s a gorgon right?

YES YES HELL YEAH!! hellooo i have loreeee hehhe

Ophi is a stargorgon to be super specific, which falls under the larger species of Voidwalkers, End-inhabitants created by the Ianite of his home-realm Astrakheins :D She used energy derived from the Void and starlight to transform gorgons and other mythical creatures into these beings who could move freely about the end through flight and overall had a stronger affinity to transformative magics (such as magical properties related to invention, building, engineering, etc.) They somewhat still retain features from their origin species, in Ophi's case the snake hair, and the Eyes tm (he can somewhat turn people to stone too if they look in his eyes, but its on his own volition, meaning unless he's mad at ya you could look right into his eyes without his shades on) Other Voidwalkers could have wings, any other number of eyes (like cyclops), hooves or whatnot, what's most important is that they have some kind of star like feature about them such as the blue snakes on Ophi's head

Ophi is trans, like all gorgons is AFAB and transitioned at a early age :D He's also demisexual/biromantic! As a whole he's a very loyal, sometimes irrational silly chaotic guy who makes up for a lot of social awkwardness (sometimes he doesn't know when to shut it) with a decent amount of technical knowledge. He's had an interest in portal travel and their capabilities from when he was young which is what led him into his field of work. He also likes bees, and singing as side hobbies :D

Before he came to Oakheart (realm of Mianite RPG) Ophi worked for Syn inDustries as a materials engineer, where most of his research was in experimenting with the physical, magical and mechanical properties of materials being uncovered out of the Nether, which for the longest time was shut off as it fell to ruin in the absence of a god (as on Astrakheins, there is only Ianite. Mianite and Dianite are not present at all, and haven't been. the reason why I can't reveal just yet smiles menacingly /silly ;] Ianite in a way rules over both the Overworld and the End in this universe)

He was somewhat content with his work, but part of him knew that there must be more out there, out in the vast multiverse and was worth exploring, that he could make a name from. He never felt like he fit in amongst his Ianite worshipping peers, and was often seen as the odd one out- this only being fueled more on a day that changed his life forever.

He was in the Overworld visiting his mom's supervisor strolling through some woods when he sees a fiery rift tears a hole in the sky, from it, a blazing horned red god draped in a black fur cloak. He drops what he's carrying and runs through the exit when the god takes something (he's not sure what, or who) from the ground, and leaves with an inferno in his path. He's drawn to whoever this god is, and now having some greater sense of what's really out there, he promises to himself he'll find him again. Ophi spends the next two years putting his research to the test, on days off retreating to a shack in the corners of the End to build a portal. Using some stone fragments from the crater from where the god landed, he's able to hopefully have extracted and located a quintessence signature in a branch of the "greater mianite multiverse" and sets his sights on that realm- somewhere far away from what he's known all his life.

As he does this, he does become shunned by his peers, who bring their concerns to his mother and eventually Queen Ianite. He gets summoned to the goddess who gives him a name for this god- Dianite. She warns him that the god is not someone to be meddled with and that it would be in his best interest to abandon his side project; but the name calls out to the chaos living dormant in Ophi's heart and he goes on with his plan regardless. A few days before he leaves, his mother visits to plant a patch of new sunflowers next to his house, wishing him good luck, and not to forget her.

Upon landing he arrives in Oakheart and is greeted by the others- many of which who also came from other universes. Without question, upon learning that there is in fact a Dianite here, he pledges his undying loyalty to him. When he finally gets to meet Oakheart's Dianite, he doesn't look all like the Dianite he saw back on Astrakheins. But he knows time moves differently between timelines, theres offsets, so it must just be that a ton of time has passed. This is his god. Over the course of the next year, he embraces his silliness, his chaos and contributing what he can to prove himself to the old man- through fights, being apart of the legion and making friends and allies and fighting the bringers of Darkness, finally feeling that sense of belonging he's longed for. There are days he still looks up to the stars not sure if he'll stay here the rest of his life, but for now he's happy by the legion of dianite and the guardian's side- no matter where it takes them (even back to the season 1 world uh ohhhh)

[awoooooooooooooooo]

where should i start if i wanna get into silent hill....

To get into silent hill first you must do or experience something terrible and evil and then lose yourself and then find yourself searching for something in this strange town that calls to you inexplicably dragging you towards it with a whisper of a promise of finding what you need to move on......or something......

Id say download PS2 emulator and play silent hill 2 on it. Or you could play sh1 or sh3 it really doesn't matter that much but I personally recommend starting with 2 because it introduces you into the world without all of the confusing insane lore that's in 1 and 3, but the storyline is still really really good on its own, it's genuinely just a fucking amazing video game, definitely the best one. IMHO

3 is also really really good and you don't necessarily need to understand the lore to enjoy it.. 1 is pretty good but genuinely just hard to play imo (and it's on PS1 so different emulator) but I think it's worth it if you're that interested in the games.

I haven't played all of silent hill 4 (when I've tried to emulate it it doesn't go well) but it's also pretty good, but this is where the series starts to divulge from the original Vibes. If that matters to you idk. I honestly kinda don't give a shit about anything released after 4 but other people do and it's not ALL garbage (I think).

You could watch playthroughs of the games if you don't wanna emulate or they're too scary or something but I really think actually playing the games is the best because you can explore at your own pace and they're just soooo goooood.. they do have easy mode which helps if you get scared of the monsters (I still do even after playing the games several times lol)

I like to watch thegamingmuse and various other youtube videos for stuff about lore and symbolism and shit like that if that interests you at all after getting your fix of actually playing the games + making sense of the lore surrounding why silent hill is the way it is and Heather/Cheryl/Alessa's story

[creabirds]

the lovely @albonoooo tagged me to share my 10 favorite reads of 2023. oh boy, here we go.

so far i've read 61 books this year (which is below my goal grrr but whatever. when life hits you or something) so it's a tough decision. these are in no particular order:

once there were wolves - charlotte mcconaghy | a really haunting novel set in the scottish highlands revolving around a woman who is working on a project to rewild wolves to the area. the writing is brain-meltingly beautiful. please look up the content warnings tho!

middlegame - seanan mcguire | i do not know how to explain this one except it is absolutely brilliant??? about a boy and a girl with very special talents in language and maths, respectively (and they're not in love!). and like, alchemy and human experimentation. it's very weird but alas, i love weird books

girl, woman, other - bernardine evaristo | a beautifully interwoven story about the lives of twelve black British women (& other) that explores family and love in such a compelling way!!! it certainly didn't win the booker prize without reason

bunny - mona awad | if you like weird things this is the book for you. also if you enjoy unreliable narration, (toxic) female friendships and dark academia. it's a girl's right to be weird and slightly cult-ish

yellowface - r.f. kuang | i cannot make this list without mentioning r.f. kuang bc she is the loml. this book is not my favorite by her but it was certainly a banger, as always. if you're interested in topics of post-colonialism and systemic racism you should never miss out on her books

the deep - solomon rivers | magical alternate history about a mysterious mermaid population in a vaguely post-apocalyptic world. lovely portrayal of culture, (shared) memory and generational trauma

she who became the sun - shelley parker-chan | just another asian-inspired fantasy to add to my list of favorites because i just love them so much. this one was so fun and has queer and nb rep!!!

none of this is serious - catherine prasifka | i didn't really ENJOY reading this bc it kept calling me tf out the whole time. if you, like me, find yourself living in existential dread, the anxiety of a small rabbit being chased by lions, and a crippling social media addiction, this will be a fun one to get through

the raven cycle - maggie stiefvater | i've just finished my THIRD reread of this series in 5 or so odd years. yes it is that good. if you haven't read it GO NOW. it's ya but i promise it's not very ya-ish. paranormal fantasy / magical realism / legends and the most likable cast of characters you will ever see (did you say: where can i find ya books with female mcs that have a personality? the answer is HERE)

her body and other parties - carmen maria machado | i've never really read a short story collection before so this was an interesting experience. i loved some of them more than others but they're def worth a read, some even mind-boggling

sorry for rambling but if you truly expect an english major to not go on a rant about books you've been sorely mistaken

if you ever need book recs please feel free to slide into my inbox/dms i am a walking library

tagging @wanderingblindly @grubbyraccoonhands @drivestraight @maxcuntstappen and whoever wants to do it im not sure who of you reads books besides slurping down fanfic like its melted gummybears so uh.

[h-worksrambles]

Well, I got caught up with Remember the Flowers. And considering that doing so left me an emotional wreck at 4 in the morning. I don’t think it’s a surprise that I have a lot to say.

Now before I get into my spoiler heavy thoughts I want to say one thing: Play Remember the Flowers. I don’t care if you’re not a furry. Just do it. I cannot recommend it enough. If you want a genuinely good and refreshing isekai story with memorable characters, gorgeous art and music, an excellent sense of mystery and incredibly emotional payoffs, you will get all of that and more here, even in its current WIP state. The 13 chapters currently available are worth the experience alone (and it’s free by the way).

Now with that said, allow me talk about just why this game made such an impression on me. FULL SPOILERS FOR UP TO CHAPTER 13 BELOW. DO NOT READ ON IF YOU HAVEN’T PLAYED.

First and foremost, the structure and delivery of the story is fantastic. You experience the plot over the course of story arcs of about 4-5 chapters each, and every single one does incredible work escalating upon it itself. The pacing is something of a slow burn but every chapter still provides plenty of interesting character interactions and new things to learn about the world. And the payoff comes with the finale of each arc, all of which somehow managed to one up each other in their dramatic weight. The first arc already managed to end on the emotional gut punch of Cooper’s betrayal. The second arc took great advantage of Cyrus dealing with that emotional fallout and trying to adjust to the new status quo despite being more afraid and distrusting than ever, before the devastating revelations of his own past. The third arc has an absolute beautiful exploration of the characters’ relationship, seeing Cyrus becoming truly comfortable around this found family, many of them starting to heal from their own traumas in the fight against Resoom, before leading to an emotional tour de force that completes Cyrus’ character growth beautifully. While I think the dystopian world is interesting, I think it’s this execution and craft of of this story that really elevates it to something special.

Speaking of the characters, they’re also a delight. It’s honestly impressive that most of the actual main cast are as compelling as they are when none of them actually show up until roughly 5 hours in. Pretty much every character with prominent screentime in the first few hours is a red herring. Diana and Damion, who are first introduced as lovable supporting figures in Cyrus’ life who he longs to reunite with, turn out to be long gone given the game’s twist about its timespan. And Cooper, who is effectively the second main character when the story starts is…well we’ll get to that.

Making the player care about the resistance team when they effectively replace the people you thought were the main cast promised to be a tricky business. Fortunately, the game pulls it off marvellously as these guys are a joy. Aaron is an absolutely precious character, and if you follow my blog you’ll know I’ve gushed about him (and what absolute husband material he is) already. It’s very easy to warm to Aaron very quickly. He’s attentive and affectionate as a friend to Cyrus, especially at a point where Cyrus really needs that kind of friend, consistently selfless, a good leader. He almost feels like Mr. Perfect when you meet him. And that’s because he’s trying so SO hard to be. Learning the truth in Chapter 13 of his journey from an impoverished orphan, to a bitter thug hell-bent on violence, to a man genuinely inspired to fight for what he loves recontextualises his past kindness, but not in a bad way. He acts this way because he’s determined to prove to himself and to others that he’s not the killer he used to be. And he’s clearly holding himself to a high standard, afraid that anything less than his best would be enough to make Cyrus see him as the monster he still believes he is. Even now knowing little about his history with his lover Xavier and the role that played in redeeming him, there’s something powerful in just how much of an inspiration he was to Aaron. We don’t know fully who Xavier was. But we can definitely see who Aaron is now and that is an unequivocally good person. By the time it really becomes apparent that Aaron as being set up as the actual love interest, it’s very easy to already fall for him.

And the rest of the cast is also excellent. Canto’s standoffish nature is contrasted by the fact that he’s just genuinely a funny and entertaining presence in the narrative. Karin’s boundless enthusiasm and energy, mixed with a punch first, ask questions latter attitude but also a genuine love for her friends is consistently endearing. Vita’s quiet, business like manner conceals a character who ends up becoming a kindred spirit, one of the few who can really understand what Cyrus is going through. And their own steady growth to overcome the damage done to them physically and emotionally by Resoom leads to some truly poignant payoffs. Silver, despite being the last character to be introduced properly, more than makes up for it with a strong first impression. His quickly blooming friendship with Cyrus is a pleasant contrast that prevents him feeling the ‘edgy dude with a sad backstory’ trope. In fact, watching Cyrus and Silver empathise with each other over their experiences in one scene, and comfortably joke around each other as roomies in the next, feels natural and cathartic.

These guys genuinely feel like a found family before long. Cyrus’ steadily growing attachment to them feels earned. And seeing him heal from the terrible things he’s endured with a group of people who love and support him is incredibly heartwarming.

But I want to focus my discussion on two characters who particularly stuck with me. The first is the resident bastion of controversy, Cooper, or Lance I guess I should say. Suffice to say my earlier post about how I knew he was a polarising character but was liking him so far aged…interestingly to say the least. Seeing Cooper’s early impression of a rough around the edges bad boy with moments of emotional sincerity quickly come crashing down as he’s revealed to be a selfish merc willing to sacrifice innocent lives for a quick buck was a horrible shock to be sure. The story succeeds at making you genuinely like Cooper and his seeming budding friendship with Cyrus. Which makes the reveal all the more heartwrenching. Any kind of ‘I can fix him’ charm is utterly dismantled. Because even if that was real, even if there was a connection here, Lance still chose to throw that away. And we know now it’s not the first time he’s thrown away people he cares for out of selfishness. Still, piece of scum though he is, I was hoping Lance would make a reappearance eventually as I was genuinely curious where they were planning to take his character next. Especially as Cyrus meets and tries to bond with Lance’s former teammates who themselves have been hurt by the guy in the past.

What really fascinated me was when we started changing perspective to follow what happened to Lance after he sold out Cyrus. It was definitely interesting to see him at such a low point. Having all his actions bite him in the ass seemed to make him briefly realise how much he’s screwed himself and everyone around him. While spiralling in self loathing he’s forced to admit what a despicable person he’s been and even expresses regret for what he did to Cyrus. It’s clear that there’s a lot of anger, bitterness at his life, grief over his lost friend and pure simple selfishness that’s brought him to this point. But maybe, just maybe, spending time with Cyrus, did make him start to remember what it’s like to actually give a damn about someone else and to be cared about in turn. Reminded him of everything he’s thrown away. For one moment, you think he might be starting to get it. Might be taking that first step to be a better man like you’ve seen hints he’s capable of being…

And then when Artemis brings his old team up, and all those feelings of anger, jealousy, grief and resentment, that thickheaded belief that he’s the victim in all this, comes back full force. And before you know it, he’s in too deep, utterly in Resoom’s pocket and unable to get out of it if he even wanted to, It reminds me of that one scene from Bojack. ‘You can’t keep doing shitty things and then feel bad about it like that makes it ok.’ Much like that show, there’s something so maddening about seeing someone who has the potential to be better being so close to a breakthrough only to slide right back into the same self destructive impulses and be right back where they started.

This man is a fascinating trainwreck of character and I want to study him with a microscope like a cockroach but he also makes me want to rip my hair out. Despite being one of the most despicable members of the cast, he’s probably the one I’m most interested to see where his character goes. As a foil to a cast who all have baggage and have all done bad stuff in the past, but all ultimately make the effort to be better and work for something other than themselves, Lance makes a very effective counterpart. While they collectively heal, he is continuing to spiral, and I can’t wait for the inevitable confrontation, however it turns out.

And last of all I want to talk about our protagonist, Cyrus Cantwell, who might be my favourite member of the entire cast. The first few chapters do a good job establishing Cyrus as a protagonist with a refreshing amount of backbone and spirit given his situation. His back and forth with Lance (pre-reveal) establishes him as someone determined to get home, but increasingly frustrated over his powerlessness in this new setting. He’s inquisitive, intelligent and empathetic but he doesn’t put up with people’s crap, all of which makes him pretty immediately likable. But it’s the second arc where he really comes into his own as a character. Having been sold out by the one person he’d formed any attachment to in this strange new world, Cyrus’ dynamic to the resistance team is very different. He’s much more guarded. Much more jaded, dead set on getting away from his apparent rescuers pretty much from the word ‘go.’ But he slowly starts to respond to their unconditional warmth and kindness, the kind he hasn’t experienced in a very, very long time. And he’s gonna need it because this leads directly into the emotional turmoil that is Chapter 9.

This is probably ‘that one moment’ for people who’ve played the game. The truth finally comes out. Cyrus’ history as a test subject of Resoom for 300 years. Centuries of traumatic suffering locked away in his lost memories. And worst of all, the earth shattering revelation that Damion, Diana, his parents, all the loved ones in his scraps of memory he’s been trying to get back to, are all long since dead and gone. The life Cyrus once had is gone and he can never get it back. The delivery of this scene is phenomenal and Cyrus’ reaction over the next few days, from sheer emotional numbness until he finally lets himself feel it with Aaron’s help, is agonising.

…And yet. Despite everything, Cyrus slowly recovers. Over the third arc we see him carve out a new routine at the resistance base. His new friends support him in that process, and he in turn does what he can to help them. All of which builds up to one more emotional tour de force, yes, even more than the last two.

Cyrus’ return to his old home, after centuries of decay, is a devastating moment of grief, but it’s also one of genuine catharthis. Cyrus is able to say goodbye to the life he left behind and let go. But not before he finds one last gift (and this is what had me almost sobbing at my computer). A final set of messages and parting gifts left buried as a time capsule by his loved ones, knowing they’ll never see him again. Throughout this story, Cyrus has been asking himself who he is in this new reality, with or without his memories. He’s been pulled into a resistance against a despicable organisation who ruined his life, but he’s not sure what he’s fighting for. Seeing these last messages reminds of what kind of person he was and is. The empathy and concern for others and dedication he’s always had. And now he’s ready to fight for both the family he’s lost and the one he’s gained. So they can all live the life they deserved. It’s a beautiful resolution to an arc of self actualisation and identity that we’ve seen play out over all 13 chapters. And I for one can’t wait to see where we go next.

There’s a lot to love about Remember the Flowers: Its beautiful art, with every character design full of striking personality. The deliberate, excellent pacing of its story and reveals. Or the emotional, poignant journey of self discovery and healing at its core. And I have faith that it’s only going to get even more remarkable from here.

[rohanmohanty]

Is Legacy Aqua Life Ravet the New Hotspot for Homebuyers in Pune?

As someone who recently explored the vibrant neighborhood of Ravet and its promising real estate projects, I can confidently say that Legacy Aqualife Ravet is making waves among homebuyers—and for good reasons. Let me share my experience and why I believe this project has become the talk of the town.

A Prime Location That Connects You to Everything

One of the first things that struck me about Legacy Aqualife Ravet is its location. Nestled in the bustling yet serene area of Ravet, the project enjoys excellent connectivity to Pune’s major hubs. Whether it’s the Hinjewadi IT Park, Pimpri-Chinchwad, or the Pune-Mumbai Expressway, you’re always a short drive away. For families, having reputed schools like S.B. Patil Public School and colleges within a few minutes is a game-changer.

From my visit, I could see why Ravet is quickly becoming a favorite among homebuyers—it offers a balance of modern living and a peaceful environment. With the added connectivity perks, it’s no surprise that Legacy Aqualife Ravet is attracting attention.

Homes Designed for Today’s Lifestyle

I’ve visited quite a few projects recently, but the attention to detail in Legacy Aqualife Ravet’s 2 and 3 BHK apartments stands out. The layouts are spacious, allowing plenty of natural light and ventilation. It’s clear that the developers have thoughtfully planned the interiors to suit the needs of modern families.

The kitchens are sleek and functional, and the living rooms offer ample space for family gatherings or quiet evenings. Bedrooms come with large windows, offering lovely views of the surrounding greenery. And honestly, who doesn’t love a home that feels airy and bright?

A Lifestyle Beyond Four Walls

Here’s where Legacy Aqualife Ravet really ups its game. The project is packed with amenities that cater to every age group and lifestyle preference. As someone who loves staying active, I was impressed by the jogging track, yoga lawn, and a well-equipped gym. For families with kids, the dedicated children’s play area and multipurpose court are perfect.

But it’s not just about activities. There are beautifully landscaped gardens for those who crave some quiet time in nature. And let’s not forget the swimming pool—it’s not just functional but designed to be a relaxing retreat. Whether you’re into fitness, leisure, or family time, Legacy Aqualife Ravet ensures you have everything within arm’s reach.

A Blend of Comfort and Convenience

What stood out to me most during my visit was how seamlessly Legacy Aqualife Ravet combines comfort and convenience. You don’t just get a house—you get a home where everything you need is either within the project or just a short drive away.

The 24/7 security features, ample parking space, and eco-friendly initiatives like rainwater harvesting add to the appeal. It’s a project designed not just for today’s needs but also for the future.

An Investment Worth Considering

As someone who’s been keeping an eye on Pune’s real estate market, I believe that Legacy Aqualife isn’t just a great place to live—it’s also a smart investment. With Ravet’s rapid development and growing demand for premium homes, properties here are bound to appreciate in value.

For anyone looking for a home that offers both luxury and practicality, this project is a win-win. And let’s be honest—how often do you find a place that checks all the boxes?

Final Thoughts

If you’re on the lookout for a home that offers more than just four walls, Legacy Aqualife Ravet should be at the top of your list. It combines excellent location, thoughtfully designed homes, and world-class amenities to create a living experience that’s hard to match.

So, is Legacy Aqualife Ravet the new hotspot for homebuyers in Pune? In my opinion, absolutely. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a growing family, or someone looking for a smart investment, this project has something for everyone.

Don’t just take my word for it—visit the site, explore the amenities, and experience the charm of Legacy Aqualife Ravet yourself. Who knows? It might just be the home you’ve been searching for! Visit: www.legacyaqualife-ravet.com

[wuorija]

Revolutionizing Reflections: Navigating the Gray Areas of Virtual Hair Try On with iFoto

Ever wonder how it feels to walk out of a salon with a brand-new hairstyle, only to realize it wasn't the game-changer you thought it would be? Well, thanks to tech like iFoto's Virtual Hair Try On, we're all about to enter a brave new world where those doubts are a thing of the past. But is this futuristic service as perfect as it promises to be? Let's delve into into the digital mirror and see what's behind the curtain.

Picture this: you're scrolling through iFoto's AI haircut simulator, your cursor dancing over options like a DJ on the turntables. You're contemplating a pixie cut, a bold bob, or perhaps something with a bit more wave to it. It's all so easy, isn't it? Click, adjust, and voilà! Instant gratification at its finest.

But hold on—what's going on behind the scenes? Virtual Hair Try On might be the buzzword on the street, but it's not without its challenges. For starters, let's talk about accuracy. We all know that everyone's face shape, hair texture, and personal style are as unique as a fingerprint. Yet, can an AI truly capture all the nuances of what makes a hairstyle work for you?

Take the example of someone with a round face trying out a pixie cut. The AI might suggest it, but does it take into account how that style might actually highlight the face's width? It's a classic Catch-22—without trying the hairstyle in real life, how do you know if it's a match made in heaven or a hairstyle from hell?

And let's not forget the psychological aspect. We've all had that moment of, "Is this really me?" when trying out a new look. With iFoto, you're essentially using a digital mirror to peer into the future, but is the reflection it shows a true reflection of who you are? Or is it just what the algorithm thinks you should be?

Then there's the issue of color. iFoto boasts the ability to experiment with styles and colors, but how accurate are the color simulations? What if the vibrant red that looks so perfect on screen turns out to be a neon disaster in real life? It's a risk we're all willing to take, but it's worth questioning how much control we really have over the outcome.

So, how does iFoto stack up against the real-world test? It's a balancing act between convenience and authenticity. You're able to explore possibilities without the commitment, which is incredibly freeing. But there's also that nagging feeling that the virtual world might not always line up with the real one.

I mean, think about it. Have you ever scrolled through social media and seen a hairstyle that looks fantastic on someone, only to try it out and realize it just doesn't work for you? With iFoto, you're getting a taste of that, but without the pain of a bad haircut.

To sum up, iFoto's Virtual Hair Try On is a tantalizing glimpse into the future of beauty. It's a step towards a more personalized and less risky approach to trying out new looks. But like all things, it comes with its own set of hurdles. It's all about finding that sweet spot between technology and tradition, between what the algorithm says and what your heart desires.

So, are you ready to take the plunge? Will iFoto's AI be your stylist, or will you stick to the tried and true methods of the past? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: the digital mirror is casting a long shadow over the traditional salon mirror, and it's changing the game forever.

[frost-eyed-autumn]

What will make you follow a blog? What will make you not follow and/or unfollow a blog?

Mun Preferences

What will make you follow a blog?

The first biggest thing is familiarity. I have a hard time writing with topics, characters, and worlds I'm not familiar with, even if the writing of the mun is fucking amazing. Part of this is because I know I'm bound to get certain things wrong that the other person more familiar with whatever material is going to hone in on instantly.

This has always been my preference, but now its a hard rule because I've had experiences with past partners coercing me into writing in unfamiliar territory and then getting mad at me for getting things wrong, like dropping threads without telling me and then getting really passive-aggressive when I asked if we were still doing those threads, even though they knew from the start I wasn't familiar with their source material and said it was fine that I wasn't familiar prior.

Second things I look for is writing ability and, if its a canon character, how on-point they are. I obviously prefer Para RP so I try to find other Para RPers whenever possible.

Likewise, with canons, I look to see if they can really write that character adequately. If I can read their posts and the tone says "Yep, this feels like something I can actually see the character doing/saying", then I'm more likely to follow. Its really immersion-breaking for me and destroys my writing motivation trying to interact with another muse if they're too inaccurate from their source material.

Obviously I'll be a little more lenient when someone is making an obvious effort to be canon-divergent and is upfront about that, though it depends on why and how they're being canon divergent. "I want to explore possibilities I don't get otherwise" vs "I want to erase parts of canon I just don't like and woobify the fuck out of this character into being my Perfect Barbie/Ken Doll Who Can Do No Wrong Ever".

Activity is also another thing, but its not the be-all, end-all. Some people are busy and generally inactive, but when they do write, its worth the wait.

Other people are active Aaaaaalll the time, but you will never personally get an interaction with them regardless because they're either completely swamped already (I've actually followed blogs before that bragged about having over 1,000 drafts and promising they "definitely answer them all" ; that was a quick unfollow from me) or only reply to favorites and never branch out beyond that. But there's no point in following a blog that's clearly completely dead in the water and not coming back ever either.

Also, though not usually an issue that comes up, how someone is OOC on their dash. I don't mean that someone is necessarily "nice" and "sweet". Personally I prefer more down-to-earth, real people, and real isn't always sunshine and rainbows. If someone is too flowery and uppity, I'm very "meh" because people who put on too much of a show about how nice and sweet they are always turn out to be nasty behind closed doors or the moment their Perfect World bubble is burst.

There are very few times where I've found this didn't turn out to be the case. And the people who constantly talk about how nice they are are usually the worst of them. Genuinely nice people don't generally talk about how nice they are. They don't have to because their actions speak for them. The ones who constantly talk about it is because they're trying to convince you they are (and maybe convince themselves too) when their actions don't support it.

But likewise making sure people aren't over-the-top negative to the point of stupid hostilities, considering I've seen a few blogs here and there that post straight up in-your-face racism, sexism, death/suicide wishes, and more on their blogs. Big yikes. They're rare, but trust me, they exist and I've seen them.

It just has to feel like the person on the blog is human and not just some robot or playing the part of a celebrity always hiding behind glitz and glamour all the time.

Generally though my standards are fairly low on what will get a pass from me for a follow. I'll still follow people if they have things like DNI's about other users, or make occasional vents or vagues when they're having a tough time. Permission to be human and all that.

But there are definitely some deal-breakers for me.

What will make you not follow and/or unfollow a blog?

Bigotry of any kind. And I'm not talking about just what its popular to call "bigotry". Or bigotry only against "marginalized" groups. Hate is hate, even if its currently considered socially acceptable or the "right" people to hate at the time.

You want to make a big show about hating people who are white, straight, cis, male, abled, etc? Talk about how all cops should die? Be openly racist towards all people of XYZ groups just because of some conflict currently happening in the world?

Then bye Felicia. I don't want you in my corner.

Hate individuals for actions they have personally done themselves, but generalized hate is still just bigotry no matter who the group in question is and that's how you feed the cycle, not break it.

People who are very clearly hypocrites, I avoid like the plague. If you put "I'm against drama and callout culture" in your rules but then I see you actively engaging in drama, especially on a regular basis, I don't want anything to do with you because you're two-faced and what you more often ACTUALLY mean is you don't want to be held responsible for YOUR drama.

I would much rather deal with someone who flat out says they've been part of or responsible for drama because at least they're being honest and you know what you're getting into. But Jekyll and Hyde types that try to gaslight you that they're against that kind of thing or that they're always only ever a victim? No thanks. That's a quick recipe for a shit sandwich you didn't think you were going to bite into.

If people are too inundated with Identity Culture politics, that's also something I avoid, especially if those people are clearly projecting/self-inserting into their characters. I generally subscribe to mun=/=muse as a default but there are definitely times where some people DO blur the lines between mun and muse way too much and it becomes real obvious when they do.

Fetish content or people who are obviously obsessed with shipping, smutting, and NSFW. People who just write stuff once and a while or as part of a natural progression of characters/plots is one thing, its another when that's clearly ALL someone cares about. More often than not, such people are obsessed with smut and NSFW because they're using it to titillate themselves. Big fucking No-Thank-You.

Its not immediate grounds for not following/unfollowing, but I'm not super likely to follow/engage with genderbent/sexbent or transbent versions of canon characters. Nothing personally against it, but I find more often than not such muses are either fetishized or thinly veiled self-inserts using canons as a faceclaim "character".

I definitely won't follow if the mun writing the character has any sort of "this character is better now because I made them trans" attitude about it, which I've seen a lot and especially in some other fandoms, because its ironically incredibly dehumanizing and a real obvious sign of seeing trans people as a fetish and status symbol instead of actual human beings who are equally valuable no matter what superficial traits/labels they have.

Same with other things like sexuality, race, etc.

So you can bet that those people also feel perfectly comfortable dehumanizing other REAL people based on superficial reasons too, and that's a whole carousel of bullshit and pointless hatred I definitely don't want to ride.

[nutraexperts]

HERSOLUTION GEL: IGNITE PASSION AND PLEASURE! 🔥💖

Feeling frustrated with your intimate life?

You’re not alone. Many people are searching for solutions to boost their experience and reclaim that spark.

That’s where Hersolution Gel comes in.

In this article, we’ll dig into the reviews of Hersolution Gel, discuss how to use Hersolution Gel effectively, and even compare it with Vigorelle vs Hersolution Gel to see which one really delivers.

Plus, if you're wondering where can I buy Hersolution Gel, I've got you covered!

Let’s get started on this journey together and find out if this gel is the answer you've been looking for.

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Hersolution Gel

Let’s talk about Hersolution Gel.

If you’re looking for something to enhance your intimate life, this product might be what you need.

I remember chatting with a friend of mine, Sarah, who was feeling a bit disconnected from her partner. She mentioned that intimacy had become routine and less exciting over time.

That’s when I told her about Hersolution Gel.

She decided to give it a shot, and the results were impressive.

Hersolution Gel How To Apply

Using Hersolution Gel is straightforward.

Here’s how Sarah did it:

Start by ensuring the area is clean and dry.

Apply a small amount of gel directly to the clitoris.

Wait for a few minutes for it to absorb.

You can then enjoy enhanced sensations during intimacy.

Simple as that!

The key here is patience. Letting the gel do its magic will make the experience even better.

Hersolution Gel Ingredients

Now let’s get into what makes this gel work so well.

The ingredients are carefully selected to provide maximum pleasure without irritating sensitive skin.

Some standout components include:

L-Arginine: This amino acid boosts blood flow, which can heighten sensitivity.

Aloe Vera: Known for its soothing properties, it keeps everything comfortable down there.

Menthol: A little cooling sensation that adds excitement and enhances pleasure.

These ingredients work together seamlessly to create an enjoyable experience.

Sarah loved how natural it felt on her skin—no weird aftertaste or sticky residue.

Hersolution Gel Side Effects

You might be wondering if there are any side effects with Hersolution Gel.

In Sarah's case, she experienced no negative reactions at all.

However, everyone’s body is different. It’s always wise to do a patch test first if you're worried about sensitivities or allergies.

Here's what you should keep in mind:

If you feel any irritation or discomfort after applying the gel, wash it off immediately.

Consult a healthcare professional if you're unsure or have specific concerns regarding personal products like these.

Most users report positive experiences without issues, but it's best to listen to your body.

Hersolution Gel Uses

So why should you consider using Hersolution Gel?

Well, beyond just enhancing intimacy with your partner, here are some other uses:

Boosting Confidence: Feeling more in tune with your body can elevate your self-esteem.

Exploring New Sensations: Whether solo or with someone else, this gel can spice things up!

Improving Connection: Many users find that it helps deepen their bond during intimate moments.

Sarah said she felt more connected than ever after trying out the gel. It was like rediscovering each other all over again!

In short, if you're looking for something to elevate your intimate experiences and bring back that spark, give Hersolution Gel a try!

With its simple application process and natural ingredients designed for pleasure without compromise, it's worth considering in your journey towards improved intimacy.

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Reviews Of Hersolution Gel

When it comes to enhancing intimacy, I've heard countless stories from friends and family about their struggles.

Many are looking for something that actually works.

They want a solution that doesn’t just promise results but delivers them.

That’s where Hersolution Gel steps in.

Let’s break down what people are saying and why this gel could be the game changer you didn’t know you needed.

Hersolution Gel Review Must Read: What Users Are Saying

Real feedback is invaluable, right?

I dug into some reviews to get a sense of how Hersolution Gel is performing in the real world.

Here’s what I found:

Sarah, 29: “I’ve tried various products over the years, but nothing worked like this. It felt like a breath of fresh air! I noticed a difference within days.”

Tom, 35: “My wife was skeptical at first. After using it together, she couldn’t believe the change. Our intimacy has improved dramatically.”

Lily, 42: “I was looking for something natural and effective. This gel ticks all the boxes! The sensations were heightened, making our experiences even more enjoyable.”

These testimonials highlight not just satisfaction but genuine excitement about how this product has enhanced their lives.

Why Choose Hersolution Gel?

So why should you consider Hersolution Gel?

It's simple: effectiveness backed by real user experiences.

Here’s what stands out:

Natural Ingredients: No nasty chemicals here. Just good stuff that works with your body.

Quick Results: Users report feeling effects almost immediately after application.

Easy Application: No complicated routines or rituals—just apply and enjoy.

This isn’t just another product on the shelf; it’s a solution designed to elevate your intimate moments.

The Buzz Around Hersolution Gel

What else are people saying?

The buzz around Hersolution Gel is palpable.

It seems everyone wants to share their success stories:

Many users rave about increased sensitivity.

Others mention stronger connections with their partners.

Some even say they feel more confident in their bodies!

This isn’t just marketing fluff; these are real results from everyday people who decided to give it a shot.

A Must-Try For Those Seeking Enhancement

If you're on the fence about trying Hersolution Gel, let me put it this way: many users have found it life-changing.

You might be wondering if it's right for you.

Ask yourself these questions:

Do you want to reignite passion?

Are you searching for something safe and effective?

Would you like an easy-to-use product?

If yes is your answer, then this gel could be exactly what you're looking for.

Final Thoughts On Hersolution Gel

In my opinion, every review of hersolution gel paints a picture of hope and satisfaction.

People aren’t just using it; they’re falling in love with its effects!

With so many positive reviews flooding in, it's hard not to take notice.

Why wait any longer? If you've been searching for something that truly works, give this gel a try today!

Your intimate life deserves the best—and so do you!

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Where Can I Buy Hersolution Gel

So, you’re wondering where to grab Hersolution Gel?

You’re not alone.

Many folks are on the hunt for this product because they’ve heard about its benefits.

Let’s break it down.

Hersolution Gel Where To Buy

The best place to get your hands on Hersolution Gel is directly from the official website.

Buying from the source ensures you're getting a genuine product.

No fakes, no knock-offs.

Plus, when you order online, you often score some sweet deals and discounts that you wouldn’t find elsewhere.

I mean, who doesn’t love a good bargain?

Hersolution Gel Price

Now let’s talk numbers.

The Hersolution Gel price varies based on promotions and packages available at the time of purchase.

Typically, it hovers around £39.99 for a single tube.

That’s not bad considering what it can do!

But here's the kicker – if you buy in bulk or subscribe for regular deliveries, you can save even more.

Think about it: investing in something that could enhance your experience is worth every penny.

Hersolution Gel Price In India

For my friends tuning in from India, here’s what you need to know about the Hersolution Gel price in India.

It usually sells for around ₹3,000 per tube when purchased through trusted online platforms.

Keep an eye out for shipping costs and any potential import duties if you're ordering internationally.

But trust me; it's still a worthy investment given its benefits!

Why You Should Buy Now

Why wait when you can start experiencing the perks of Hersolution Gel today?

Imagine feeling more confident and satisfied with your intimate moments.

That’s what this gel promises!

I've spoken to users who transformed their experiences after just a few applications.

Take Sarah, 28:

“I was skeptical at first but decided to give it a go after hearing rave reviews. After using Hersolution Gel, I felt like I rediscovered my confidence! It made all the difference.”

Or consider Mark, 32:

“Honestly, I didn’t think a gel could have such an impact. But wow! My partner noticed right away too!”

These testimonials aren’t just fluff; they’re real stories from people like us who took action and saw results.

Quick Recap

The best spot to buy Hersolution Gel is through its official site.

Typical price sits around £39.99 or ₹3,000 in India.

Buying in bundles gets you better deals.

If you're ready to step up your game and bring back that spark into your life, don’t hesitate!

Get yourself some Hersolution Gel, and see how it can make an impact on your personal experiences today!

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Vigorelle Vs Hersolution Gel

When it comes to enhancing intimacy, choosing the right product can feel overwhelming.

I've been there, weighing options like Vigorelle and Hersolution Gel.

These two gels promise to amp up your experience, but how do they stack up against each other?

Let’s break it down.

Ingredients That Matter

The first thing I look at is what goes into these products.

Hersolution Arousal Gel boasts a blend of natural ingredients designed to boost sensitivity and arousal.

It’s formulated with:

L-arginine: Helps improve blood flow.

Ginseng: Known for its energising properties.

Peppermint oil: Adds a cooling sensation that many find pleasurable.

On the flip side, Vigorelle also uses natural ingredients but leans heavily on botanical extracts.

While both gels are made with quality in mind, the ingredient list of Hersolution Gel feels more targeted towards enhancing pleasure directly.

Ease of Use

Next up is application.

Both gels come in easy-to-use tubes, but let’s talk about how they feel during use.

Hersolution Gel has a smooth texture that absorbs quickly without leaving a sticky residue.

It’s perfect for those spontaneous moments when you don’t want anything getting in the way.

In contrast, some users have noted that Vigorelle takes longer to absorb and can feel slightly tacky afterward.

For me, ease of use is crucial. I want something that enhances my experience without any fuss.

Sensation and Effectiveness

Now onto the juicy part—how do they actually perform?

With Hersolution Arousal Gel, many users report an immediate increase in sensitivity and heightened arousal within minutes of application.

I’ve had friends share their experiences:

"I applied it before date night, and wow! The sensations were incredible! It was like rediscovering intimacy all over again." — Sarah, 32

That kind of feedback speaks volumes about its effectiveness.

On the other hand, while some users appreciate the effects of Vigorelle, others say it takes longer to kick in and doesn’t always deliver the same intensity as Hersolution Gel.

Customer Feedback

Listening to real experiences helps clarify things further.

For instance:

"I tried Vigorelle first but switched to Hersolution after just one use. The difference was night and day!" — James, 28

That sentiment isn’t rare among those who switch from Vigorelle to Hersolution Gel after realising what they were missing out on.

People seem drawn towards the quick results offered by Hersolution Arousal Gel compared to its competitor.

Price Point Considerations

Finally, let's chat about cost because we all want value for our money!

While prices may fluctuate depending on where you shop, generally speaking:

Hersolution Gel often comes at a competitive price point for what you get.

Vigorelle, while sometimes cheaper upfront, may not offer the same bang for your buck if you're looking for effectiveness right off the bat.

In my book? Investing in something that works well is worth every penny!

Final Thoughts

So here we are: when comparing Vigorelle vs Hersolution Gel, it's clear which one leads in several key areas—ingredients, ease of use, effectiveness, customer satisfaction—and yes—even price value!

If you're serious about enhancing your intimate moments without complications or delays,

give Hersolution Arousal Gel a shot!

Trust me; you won’t regret it!

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How To Use Hersolution Gel

Let’s talk about something real.

You’ve heard the buzz about HerSolution Gel.

Maybe you’re curious, maybe you’re skeptical.

Either way, if you're looking to spice things up or enhance your intimate moments, knowing how to use HerSolution Gel is crucial.

I remember when I first came across it.

I had a friend who couldn’t stop raving about it.

She said it changed her life.

That got me thinking—what's the secret sauce?

So, let's break down how to apply this gel effectively and get the most out of it.

Hersolution Gel How To Apply: Step-By-Step Guide

Start with Clean Skin

Make sure the area is clean and dry.

This isn’t just for hygiene; it helps the gel work better.

Squeeze Out a Small Amount

You don’t need much; a pea-sized amount usually does the trick.

Start small—you can always add more if needed.

Apply Gently

Rub the gel on your desired areas.

Be gentle; this isn’t a wrestling match!

Wait for Absorption

Give it a minute or two to soak in.

You’ll feel a warming sensation—that’s normal!

Enjoy Your Moment

Once absorbed, you’re ready to go!

Let things unfold naturally from here.

Why It Works

The magic of HerSolution Gel lies in its unique formulation.

It’s designed to increase sensitivity and pleasure during intimacy.

Think of it like turning up the volume on your favourite song—it just makes everything more enjoyable!

Real Stories from Users

Let me share some testimonials that really hit home:

“I was hesitant at first but decided to give HerSolution Gel a shot after hearing my friends rave about it. The application was easy, and wow... what a difference! I felt sensations I hadn’t experienced in years.” — Sarah, 32

And another one:

“Honestly, I didn’t think much could change in my relationship. After using HerSolution Gel, we both noticed an enhancement in our intimacy levels. It really brought us closer together.” — Jake, 29

These stories resonate because they reflect genuine experiences with HerSolution Gel.

It's not just hype; it's real people experiencing real benefits.

Tips for Maximum Enjoyment

Experiment with different amounts until you find what feels best for you.

Don’t rush—let things flow naturally.

If you're trying this with a partner, communicate openly about what feels good!

Final Thoughts on Hersolution Gel How To Apply

Using HerSolution Gel is straightforward and can lead to enhanced experiences for both partners.

Remember: start with clean skin, apply gently, and enjoy every moment that follows.

This isn’t just another product; it's an opportunity to reconnect and explore new heights of pleasure together.

So why wait? Get started today and see where this journey takes you!

👉 BUY HERSOLUTION GEL TO INTENSIFY YOUR MOMENTS

FAQ

What is HerSolution Gel and how does it work?

HerSolution Gel is a topical product designed to enhance female arousal and intimacy. It works by increasing blood flow to the area, which can heighten sensitivity and pleasure during intimate moments.

How do I apply HerSolution Gel?

Applying HerSolution Gel is straightforward. Just use your fingers to apply a small amount directly to the clitoral area before intimacy. It's best to allow a few minutes for the gel to absorb for maximum effect.

What ingredients are in HerSolution Gel?

The gel contains natural ingredients like L-Arginine, which helps improve circulation, and various herbal extracts known for their soothing properties. Always check the label for the complete ingredient list if you have specific allergies.

Are there any side effects of using HerSolution Gel?

Most users don’t experience side effects, but some might notice mild irritation or an allergic reaction. It’s wise to do a patch test on a small skin area first if you're concerned about sensitivity.

What are people saying about HerSolution Gel in reviews?

Reviews of HerSolution Gel often highlight its effectiveness in enhancing arousal and satisfaction. Many users report positive experiences, noting increased sensitivity and pleasure during intimacy.

Where can I buy HerSolution Gel?

You can purchase HerSolution Gel from its official website or select online retailers. Always ensure you’re buying from a reputable source to avoid counterfeit products.

How much does HerSolution Gel cost?

The price of HerSolution Gel typically varies by retailer but usually ranges between £30 to £50 for a standard tube. Keep an eye out for discounts or bundle offers on the official site!

Is there a comparison between Vigorelle and HerSolution Gel?

Yes, Vigorelle and HerSolution Gel both aim to enhance female pleasure, but they differ in formulations and application methods. Some users prefer one over the other based on personal experiences.

Can I use HerSolution Gel with other products?

It’s generally safe to use with most water-based lubricants or oils. However, always read labels carefully and consult with a healthcare professional if you're unsure about compatibility.

How long does it take for HerSolution Gel to work?

Most users feel effects within minutes after application. For best results, give it some time after applying before engaging in intimate activities!

👉 BUY HERSOLUTION GEL AND IGNITE YOUR PASSION

[tracesberberes]

The Best Places You Have to Visit in Morocco in 2024

Have you ever wondered what Morocco looks like in 2024? Well, let me tell you, it’s really awesome! We’ve welcomed more than 10 million tourists so far this year, and even more are expected in the coming weeks. Morocco is truly one of the best travel destinations in the world, and whether you’re planning to visit alone, with a loved one, or with family and friends, you’re guaranteed to have an amazing experience.

But, if you haven’t been to Morocco yet, you’re probably asking yourself, “What are the best places to visit in Morocco in 2024?” Well, I’m here to give you all the details. So, sit back, relax, and let’s dive into the must-see spots. You won’t want to miss this!

1. Marrakech: The City That Never Sleeps

First up, Marrakech! If you haven’t been to Morocco before, this is a city you have to visit in 2024. It’s alive with energy and colors, and I promise you’ll feel it the moment you step foot there. Marrakech is known for its mix of old and new, with traditional souks and palaces blending with trendy cafés and luxury hotels.

You can’t come to Marrakech and not visit Jemaa el-Fna, the famous square where you’ll find everything from snake charmers to street food that will blow your mind. During the day, it’s all about shopping and exploring. By night, the square transforms into a vibrant place with food stalls and music. Don’t miss out on trying a traditional tagine—it’s something you’ll never forget!

And, of course, if you’re into history and architecture, the Bahia Palace and Koutoubia Mosque are must-see landmarks. Marrakech really has it all.

2. Chefchaouen: Morocco’s Beautiful Blue Town

Next, let’s talk about Chefchaouen. This is one of those places you just have to visit if you love stunning scenery and a relaxed vibe. Chefchaouen is a small town in the Rif Mountains, and what makes it unique is its striking blue buildings. Everywhere you go, it’s like you’re walking through a dream. And believe me, you’ll want to take pictures everywhere!

Chefchaouen is the perfect spot for those looking to unwind and soak in the beauty of Morocco. Wander through the narrow streets, grab a mint tea at a local café, and just enjoy the slower pace of life. If you’re into hiking, you can take a walk up to the Spanish Mosque to get an amazing view of the town below. It’s a bit of a climb, but trust me, it’s worth it!

3. The Sahara Desert: An Unforgettable Experience

Now, you can’t come to Morocco and not visit the Sahara Desert. It’s one of those places that will take your breath away. Whether you’re into adventure or just want to experience something completely different, the Sahara has it all. From camel treks over golden dunes to watching the sun set over the horizon, every moment in the desert feels like magic.

Start your journey from Merzouga, a popular spot for desert tours, and prepare yourself for a night under the stars in a traditional Berber camp. Imagine sitting by a campfire, enjoying local food, and then gazing up at the sky—it’s like nothing you’ve ever experienced before.

If you’re up for more excitement, you can try sandboarding or take a 4×4 tour through the dunes. Whether you’re looking for adventure or peace, the Sahara Desert is a place you’ll remember forever.

4. Fes: A Step Back in Time

For those of you who love history and culture, Fes is the city to visit in 2024. It’s known as Morocco’s cultural capital, and walking through its ancient streets feels like you’ve stepped back in time. Fes is home to the world’s oldest university, Al Quaraouiyine, and it’s a place where tradition is still very much alive.

One of the coolest things to do in Fes is visit the Chouara Tannery, where they’ve been dyeing leather the same way for centuries. It’s a colorful and fascinating experience that you won’t see anywhere else. Plus, Fes is full of markets where you can shop for handcrafted goods, from ceramics to textiles.

The Fes el-Bali Medina, with its winding alleys and historic architecture, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and trust me, it’s not hard to see why. It’s one of those places that stays with you long after you leave.

5. Essaouira: A Beach Lover’s Paradise

Lastly, if you love the sea, you have to visit Essaouira. This coastal town is the perfect blend of beach life and culture. Whether you want to spend your days relaxing by the ocean or exploring the town’s medina, Essaouira has something for everyone.

The town’s beaches are perfect for windsurfing, kitesurfing, or just soaking up the sun. And when you’re done with the beach, head into the medina for some shopping and delicious seafood. Essaouira is known for its fresh fish, so make sure you try some while you’re there!

With its chilled-out vibe and beautiful scenery, Essaouira is the perfect spot to end your Moroccan adventure.

Morocco Is Waiting for You!

So, there you have it—the best places to visit in Morocco in 2024. Whether you’re exploring the bustling streets of Marrakech, marveling at the blue walls of Chefchaouen, or experiencing the magic of the Sahara, Morocco has something for everyone. Each destination offers its own unique charm and unforgettable experiences.

Morocco is ready for you—are you ready for Morocco? Pack your bags and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!

[frostehburr]

The Most Ninja AAA Game (so far)

Aside from recent trauma I've been going through, I managed to complete Ghost of Tsushima as well as its DLC Iki Island. I know, I know, super extra late to that party but I had it on the back of the shelf and didn't think of it until last month.

The setting of the game is really old Japan, like I think the date was 1275 or something close to that. All I know is that Mongols invaded and the main character, Jin Sakai the Last Samurai of Tsushima, has to do everything he can to drive out the invaders. Which means sacrificing his honor... I think...

Yeah, I know little to nothing about the honor thing. It's apparently a big deal in the game and I assume eastern countries.

I think the idea behind the game was to have an origin story for ninjas and how iconic/legendary they became. In turn making this game about a samurai becoming the first ninja out of desperation to defeat an overwhelming force.

So you see a lot of ninja stuff as you progress through the game. Such as a grappling hook, poison darts, and of course the classic smoke bombs.

I've been playing Sucker Punch games since Sly Cooper (I missed out on Rocket for N64). It's quite nice to see the developers go from 3D Platformer to Full Open World RPG over the years. They may have gained a lot of experience with the inFamous franchise. You can see a lot of Cole in Jin's parkour movements.

Speaking of Sucker Punch's past games; there's a few references via murals in Iki Island. I caught Delsin's karma birds and a very Japanesey Cold from inFamous 2 on some rocks.

The combat is fluid and smooth as are the stealth mechanics. Variety in choices on how you take out enemies is super fun. One camp you can pop in and out of cover until everyone is dead without knowing they were being killed off. Another camp you can charge in with a flaming sword, throwing bombs and knives at people for immediate action. All play styles are thought of.

Outside of combat, the environment work is gorgeous! For a moment I was sure the developers programed real photos of Japan to place in front of you at all times but nope they really did model and textured everything that well. Certainly hit the peak of 3D software with this one.

The plants, mud, and water was all so breathtaking I spent a long while walking around the colorful landscape. Even the fire and snow was super good! I took a screen shot of this one scenery where the blacken earth from a fire met the white snow because it looked like a museum painting and I wanted to keep that image. Also there was a lot of yellow plants. I mean a LOT of yellow plants. Despite what Goombah sensei says, I'm convinced real ninjas wore yellow if they lived with so many yellow plants like what I saw.

Much like all good open world games, the majority of the fun is exploring to find cool collectables. My millennial brain obsesses over finding things! I have to have collectables in my game to really enjoy it! And Ghost of Tsushima delivers on that promise. Artifacts, fox dens, haikus, and hot springs are all over. It's all so worth seeking out and never feels like a chore. What I listed wasn't all there is, either, there's more out there.

Jin Sakai's story in both Tsushima and Iki Island were as dramatic as a hollywood film... a good hollywood film. One that would get an entire fanbase for. Maybe a tumblr sexy man. Hey, I'm certain someone has the hots for Kenji.

Anyhow... Ghost of Tsushima was a thrill to complete and I'd make another account to do it all over again. But for now, it's the shiniest platinum on the shelf and I look forward to the next experience.

oh right, there's the Legends Mode... eh, some other time, maybe never. I hate multiplayer trophies.