#checkmarks the academy is

[chemicalarospec]

If not for the bittersweet taste of other boys on her lips, what are you even kissing her for? 🧐

[lastmidtownshowmp3]

The Academy Is… Singles

[tomsmusictaste]

The Academy Is... // Checkmarks

[gingerbreadcities]

Favourite line: Checkmarks, The Academy Is...

[fortune4yourdisaster]

the academy is... — checkmarks

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Tracklist:

Attention • Season • Slow Down • The Phrase That Pays • Black Mamba • Skeptics and True Believers • Classifieds • Checkmarks • Down and Out • Almost Here

Spotify ♪ YouTube

[llorom4nn1c]

♡ February favourites! ♡

So I remember during like the early to mid 2010s on Youtube, a really popular trend was favourites videos where people would just list their favourite things during the past month so I thought it'd be fun to do one of those but on Tumblr!

Bloodsucking Fiends:

A book series that I read this month was Bloodsucking Fiends which is about a girl who gets turned into a vampire, meets a human boy, and has to face the ancient vampire who killed her. It's a really funny and interesting series and the character Abby Normal really reminds me of myself. Definitely one of my favourite book series now and I would highly recommend it if you love vampires.

Favourite songs of February:

🎀 Ballad of Mona Lisa ♡ Panic! at the Disco

🎀 Checkmarks ♡ The Academy Is...

🎀 Don't Tell Me ♡ Avril Lavigne

🎀 Emergency ♡ Paramore

🎀 Props & Mayhem ♡ Pierce The Veil

🎀 Limp ♡ Fiona Apple

🎀 Literal Legend ♡ Ayesha Erotica

🎀 New Perspective ♡ Panic! at the Disco

🎀 Paper Bag ♡ Fiona Apple

🎀 Something ♡ Escape The Fate

Killer sudoku:

For some reason, I was really hyperfixated on killer sudoku, mainly expert level killer sudoku. I've just been playing it way too much and I honestly think I may have a problem or something because I don't think this is normal.

Vampire Freaks:

Every so often, I'll spend an unnecessary amount of time browsing a random clothing store's website and recently I've been really obsessed with Vampire Freaks. They just have so many cool clothes and they carry so many really cool brands so I've always really liked them. I might even make a post showing my wishlist on there because there are so many cool things that I've found on there.

Vesmedinia:

One Youtube channel that I've been watching a lot is Vedmedinia, who is a goth model who basically does gothic fashion hauls and I really love them. She's so gorgeous plus she has the vampire goth style which is one of my favourite goth substyles! She's so underrated and I'd definitely recommend checking out her channel if you like goth fashion. This is one of my favourite videos of hers in case you want to check out her channel:

That's it, byeeeee! ˚｡⋆୨୧˚♡

[collapsedsquid]

Honestly there's something beautifully ironic to the blue checkmark-saga: For years you had people whining that the whole system was arbitrary and unfair, and using "checkmark" as a metonym for stupid journalists and the like, and then Musk barrels in, says "Yes, I hear your cries! Power to the people!" and replaces the old system with something that makes it look like Plato's Academy by comparison, only he can't do away with verification entirely, because it turns out there are legal risks involved, so he introduces a pared-down version and now you've got multiple types of checkmarks. It's practically a parable on the dangers of populist demagogues

At the time my thought was that surely there's going to be some sort of second part of the plan but I guess not.

[prismravine]

1. have mercy - hell

2. mac miller - objects in the mirror

3. sugarcult - pretty girl (the way)

4. lil peep - shiver

5. michelle branch - all you wanted

6. fall out boy - chicago is so two years ago

7. band of horses - the funeral

8. tigers jaw - charmer

9. brand new - i will play my game beneath the spin light

10. rainbow kitten surprise - painkillers

11. chevelle - the red

12. the lumineers - salt and the sea

13. broadside - coffee talk

14. spanish love songs - stranger

15. good charlotte - hold on

16. the devil wears prada - trapped

17. the academy is… - checkmarks

18. jimmy eat world - kill

19. real friends - always lose

20. the fray - never say never

21. silverstein - smile in your sleep

22. incubus - wish you were here

23. paramore - for a pessimist, i’m pretty optimistic

24. juice wrld - cigarettes

25. pink - who knew

26. the veils - the leavers dance

[chirp-a-chirp]

Court of Darkness: Sleeping Beauty

Description: Happy Birthday Roy! An exhausted Roy discovers a perfect way to celebrate his special day with MC. MC is named Carla.

Fluff/Sugar Rating: 20/10 (The fluff is so big, it has its own zip code. I wear my “biggest fan-fiction sap” badge with pride here)

Passion Rating: 5/10

@voltagefandomproject

…

Knock, knock.

“Roy, sweetheart?” Carla pressed her ear to the door, unconsciously turning the doorknob when no one answered. As she did so, the unlocked door swung open. Carla unceremoniously tumbled into Roy’s room, barely staying on her feet.

“I’m so sorry! I didn’t mean to—“ Carla stopped mid-sentence at what she saw.

Piles of prettily wrapped boxes were everywhere, scattered in various corners of the room and in multiple chairs. Apparently, half the Academy and all of Invidia was eager to send Roy presents for his birthday. A few boxes were open, revealing a theme to the gifts—tea, tea-related accessories, and more tea. Roy’s received enough tea to last a lifetime, Carla thought to herself. Well, maybe a few months, given Roy’s preferences. Good thing one can’t get drunk on tea leaves.

Carla quietly closed the door behind her. As Carla’s eyes surveyed the piles of presents, she found her prince. Roy was sleeping on a couch, head propped against an armrest with a makeshift pillow from his cloak. His feet grazed the couch’s other armrest. One arm was draped over his chest while the other arm hung off the couch, his fingers nearly touching the cream colored rug and quill on the floor. A table with a stack of cards and a list of names was nearby, along with another small pile of gifts. The cards contained a few lines of gratitude for each gift received, with each sender associated with a completed card marked with a checkmark on the list.

Carla smiled. This is just like him. Roy did not discard the droves of birthday gifts like Guy would do, or outsource the responsibility of writing thank you cards to his valet like other princes might. Roy took the time to personally acknowledge each gift to as many people as he could. It was an innate kindness that defined Roy as a prince and as a man. Even if it meant thanking 50+ people for receiving the same bag of yellow tea.

Carla was glad to see Roy asleep. The past few weeks had been an absolute whirlwind of activity. Toa had left Colde to attend to urgent business back home; as a result, Roy had taken on Toa’s teaching and prefect duties alongside his own teaching and royal responsibilities. Roy also had hosted several festivals at the Academy to increase Saligian recognition of Invidian wares. And finally, Roy worked in the school infirmary this past week when the doctors became sick—for some reason, students were hesitant to take healing potions from Jasper. Roy stepped in as prince turned quietly baffled doctor until Toa’s arrival back to Colde yesterday.

Carla gently carded her fingers through Roy’s hair. He looked like a Saligian Sleeping Beauty, with his clean cut features, slightly tinted cheeks, and soft lips. He was like a rose—beautiful, elegant, enticing. Perhaps a wilder sort of rose, mused Carla. Roy’s mop top of unruly pink locks and his single pierced earring provided a hint of the more mischievous passionate side to an otherwise refined persona.

Carla’s fingers brushed Roy’s shoulder and arm. “Five more minutes Grayson, I beg you.” Roy’s eyes were shut; he lifted an arm as if to shoo away a pest.

Carla stifled a laugh. She didn’t know what was funnier—the notion of Grayson awkwardly trying to awaken Roy or Roy imploring for sleep like a petulant child. Roy typically woke up before Carla in the mornings and he rarely took naps. The sight of a groggy Roy made Carla melt with happiness. And, it sparked an opportunity for amusement.

“I can send for Grayson if you prefer his company to mine,” snickered Carla. “However, you gave him the afternoon off, so that might be difficult.”

Roy hastily sat up, his eyes opening in surprise. Upon seeing Carla standing near him, her hand covering her mouth in laughter, Roy flopped back on the couch with a groan and closed his eyes.

“Oh Creator, how embarrassing.” Roy’s cheeks turned pink. “Perhaps I am simply imagining this in my sleep deprived state.”

“It’s nice to see you flustered for once Roy.” Carla’s shoulders shook from repressed laughter. “How the tables have turned!”

“The table is not turned. It’s right where I left it.” Roy lifted a lazy hand and pointed to the nearby table. “I do not understand…I must be dreaming.”

“I assure you I’m quite real Roy.” Carla giggled louder. She made a mental note to talk to Roy about non-Saligian phrases/colloquialisms when he was more awake.

“Then prove it,” Roy purred huskily, his eyes still closed. “Show me you are actually here with me.”

Carla kneeled on the floor and turned, her head inches above Roy’s face, her breath ghosting his lips. Carla pushed her unbound hair to the side, long brown strands tickling Roy’s neck and the side of his face.

“Hmmm,” Roy hummed. “Your hair smells like strawberries, just like my Carla’s.” A hand caressed the back of Carla’s head. “However, I believe I still need convincing.”

Roy felt rather than saw Carla smile as her lips brushed his, lightly at first. Her hand grazed his cheek as her lips parted slightly to allow a series of deeper kisses that consumed them. Soft moans escaped them both as Roy moved his lips slowly to Carla’s neck. Reluctantly, Carla pulled away.

“As much as I would like to continue, you need rest, my love.” Even while exhausted, Roy’s kisses left Carla breathless. Roy opened his eyes, his hand still at the back of Carla’s head, smiling tiredly at her now mussed-up hair.

“As long as we continue where we left off afterwards. Preferably tonight,” Roy said in a low voice.

“That is easily managed. Sherry and I postponed your birthday celebration until tomorrow. We thought you would be too tired to enjoy it.” Carla gently pushed each of Roy’s eyelids down to close his eyes. “Now rest, please.”

Roy murmured softly, “May I at least have something to keep me warm?”

Carla sat up and walked towards Roy’s bed, grabbing a white and yellow blanket—the fabric was incredibly soft, a gift from Lynt and Tino. She went back to Roy and covered him neck to feet in the fluffy cloth.

The corners of Roy’s mouth lifted slightly. “That was not the warmth I was hoping for.” His eyes remained closed, but his eyebrows rose in amusement.

“Do you wish for another blanket—OH.” Carla’s cheeks warmed at the implication. Roy chuckled grogily. “I can feel you blushing from here, Heartspell. Now we are even.” Roy’s golden eyes blinked slowly, radiating warmth. He pulled the blanket off his chest, letting it bunch up in his lap. “Will you indulge me?” Carla nodded.

Roy gently tugged on Carla’s hand, pulling her down flush on top of him. Carla shifted until she was nestled between the back of the couch and Roy’s side. Roy turned, the couple laying side by side, fitted together like two puzzle pieces on the narrow couch. Carla covered herself and Roy with the blanket, peppering his jawline with soft pecks.

“Is there anything else I can get you Roy?”

“No. I just want sleep.” Roy laughed quietly, feeling Carla’s face turn red. “Actual sleep.”

“I do have your birthday gift, if you’d like—“

“That is not necessary. Not now.” Roy tightened his arm around Carla. “I have the perfect gift right here.” Roy kissed the top of Carla’s head. Carla nestled against the crook of his neck. As Roy drifted off to sleep, he murmured to himself.

“Thank you Heartspell. For everything.”

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[j-restlessgeek]

🌺🔥🌼✨

Meow there 😸😸💛💛💛

🌺- sweet or salty? -

oh definitely sweet, i love sweets of almost all kinds 🥰🥰🥰🥰. But I shouldn't get too much, I once had too much and my mom said I was like a hamster on speed (her words but translated from german) talking faster than usual, hands moving even faster before passing out on my bed.

🔥- last song you listened to?

Checkmarks by The Academy Is...

🌼- go to comfort food?

Everything that's quick and easy, usually have to fit in certain boxes, nothing dry, easy to swallow and tastes good.

I really like this pasta dish my mom made once when something quick and easy was needed without needing to go shopping. Creamy pasta with peas (i love peas 🫛😻😻😻) it checks all the boxes. Takes roughly ten minutes (boiling the pasta)

I also have this dish that was not intended to be eaten that way and my former teacher would raise her eyebrows if she knew. Basically its the filling to a pastry dish that I just eat "raw". It's good tho 👀👀👀.

✨- a movie you like to rewatch?

Oh boi oh boi, i absolutely love A Nightmare before Christmas, I watch that movie whenever I am down or during Pre-halloween-Winter Holidays, that movie just doesn't gets bad. I love the songs, i love the characters, especially deep connection to Jack Skellington, little eleven year old me saw this movie and got completely changed/attached, was my first stop motion movie too (my favourite genre), I love the effort, I love the story. To me its a perfect movie, will forever be my favourite in my heart and mind. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 Can only recommend it.

Thank you for asking and have a nice day 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

[clawsextended]

daphne kluger is the result of selina's first and most significant long-con. none of the following exists in any capacity besides within selina's impeccable ability to adhere to a lie and alana stark's impeccable ability to help her perpetuate them.

daphne was born in belleville, kansas, daughter of john and maria kluger, a bouncing baby girl with a pair of gorgeous doe eyes and a 'headstrong' disposition. little is known about daphne's early life, save for the fact that she was orphaned as a teenager due to an incident that left her with an innumerable menagerie of scars and burns. daphne was discovered not long after, wormed her way into the hearts and onto the television sets of adoring citizens the world over. she quickly earned the title america's sweetheart.

(this is, of course, the result of an extremely well-fabricated series of falsified photos, a half-finished memoir ghost-written by alana stark, innumerable 'home movies', a lifetime of deep fakes to build a person that selina embodies on a very public scale.)

daphne is known as the media darling anyone would clamor to represent or interview. while she is extraordinarily private for a star of her caliber, daph never shies away from make a wish appearances (those in particular), has been openly outspoken about her disappointment in the industry, written several op-ed pieces about her own experiences, and will regularly get into a twitter fight about anything. she refuses to accept a blue checkmark and would rather die. she changes her name constantly for this reason. working with daphne is an almost definite award nomination of whatever sort you're looking for -- she brings out the best in those opposite her, but not without working you to the bone and forcing you to reevaluate everything about yourself and the world around you.

her current residence is the plaza hotel, penthouse suite, new york, ny.

(holly had been madly in love with eloise at the plaza, and with new york barely more than an hour from gotham, selina had been both keen and ecstatic to give holly the experience. it's a little girl's dream and nothing would stop the cat from making that come true.)

daphne kluger is notoriously single and known for being extremely reluctant to allow anyone into her personal life. public knowledge about her is scarce, but it comes down to only a few facts: she can't have her own kids, she was in a vague accident that caused her grievous bodily harm and orphaned her in her teenage years, her father was abusive, she has never dated anyone for any significant span of time nor shown any interest in the subject, she is a natural blonde.

the infamous heist of the toussaint cartier necklace and all the crown jewels occurred from around daphne's gorgeous neck -- the heist that was calculated by selina long, long before the met gala was ever in sight. the arrival of deborah ocean and her team forced daphne to join them in order for the job to go smoothly. debbie is unaware that daphne is selina kyle, and knows nothing of the catwoman outside of the extremely rare times they've been in proximity to one another in around the same building.

daphne is an invaluable part of debbie's team, though she went into retirement after the toussaint's heist and has not been seen since.

film.

rachel getting married (academy award)

get smart

rio

rio 2

brokeback mountain

alice through the looking glass

valentine's day

serenity

the intern

love & other drugs

les misérables (academy award)

the devil wears prada

the witches

eloise at the plaza

barbie

the princess diaries

the princess diaries 2: royal engagement

eileen

stage.

twelfth night

carnival!

television.

saturday night live!

the simpsons

rupaul's drag race

elmo's christmas countdown

[tranquilitybasehotelcasino]

ranking every academy is song

1. his girl friday

2. after the last midtown show

3. skeptics and true believers

4. sleeping with giants

5. we’ve got a big mess on our hands

6. the phrase that pays

7. LAX to o’hare

8. paper chase

9-???. all the other ones

last. checkmarks

[p1ckthep01son]

william beckett watching you have a panic attack like. and don't forget to take deep breaths!!!! haha like in the chorus of checkmarks. checkmarks the academy is song. do you get it

[fivestoriesfallingg]

can wego here