#dagwood

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Vintage Dagwood Sandwich bag.

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#NationalSandwichDay

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HORRORTALE

The Universe

The famine is actually something that has happened before, way in the past when monsters were first trapped in the Underground. A lot of the knowledge of how it was overcome was lost with Asgore and Toriel however, and a lot of the older monsters were either too young to remember or were the first to fall down when it resurfaced again.

The famine is actually caused by an overabundance of magic. When the monsters were first sent into the underground they brought all of their magic with them, it soaked into the ground, rocks and water. The new density of magic caused any crops to become 'overripe'. The Core failing did the same thing, sending a new intense wave of magic through the Underground. If they had gotten the Core up and running the way it used to, it would regulate magic once more.

The only reasons Reuben's magic was able to restart the Core briefly was because it has the same magical signature as Gaster, it has nothing to do with power level or anything like that. When Gaster fell into the Core his magic became interwoven in its mechanisms, a significant boost of a similar magic (either from Reuben or Dagwood) would have been enough to restart it.

In my headcanon, Toriel was also defeated by Frisk. This is because I believe this 'run' was someone's first and only, someone who gave up trying to talk it out, someone who didn't bother to go back and get the 'best possible ending'.

Not that many humans have actually fallen down during the second great famine, at least not enough to affect anyone who has eaten them. Most of the changes that have happened to monsters are because of the extra magic, it changed them to help them survive tougher conditions. For example, making them taller/bigger, sharper teeth, improved vision etc. In some cases, this has affected their mental state as well.

Both Reuben and Dagwood's teeth and size are a result of the extra magic that the Underground got flooded with. Most monsters have been affected physically in some way by it. Their bodies changed to be able to handle that amount of magic. There was some emotional struggle since monster souls are so in tune with magic, so it was harder for them to keep their emotions and magic in check. But over time it has become easier as they adjust to their new reality.

They both know sign language, as Reuben sometimes finds it hard to speak verbally.

Horrortale Sans

Nickname: Reuben

Height: 6'4

Magic: Pinkish Red

Style: He likes dressing in cosy winter gear. Big jackets, jumpers, big grippy boots, etc. He almost always wears his matching yellow gloves and scarf, although sometimes he'll swap it out for something else Dagwood has made for him.

Other facts and info:

Reuben can cook, but he's not as good as his brother.

He loves spicy food.

Reuben has four pet chickens that he loves very much. Their names are Spoon, Knife, Fork and Ms Ice-cream Apple Pie.

Reuben likes to take care of the groceries and any other short errands around town. He'll often take one of his chickens (usually Spoon) with him if he has the opportunity.

Reuben loves to savour his kisses, much preferring soft lingering kisses and being closer to you. He likes if you take the lead as he's perfectly happy to get lost in it.

He 'doesn't dance'.

Reuben would like to work with animals, perhaps in some sort of petting farm or animal daycare.

His favourite colour is yellow.

Horrortale Papyrus

Nickname: Dagwood

Height: 7'5

Magic: Pale Green

Style: He likes light coloured clothing and he likes to look smart. He often wears button-ups, dress shoes and long coats. He's never seen without a pair of gloves, as his bones are heavily scarred and he prefers not to look at them.

Other facts and info:

Dagwood is a very skilled cook. He made it a priority to properly learn once they made it to the surface, taking advantage of the wider variety of foods available compared to underground.

He cooks mostly savoury things but he loves sweets. He's still not the best at making them though since he likes to make sure everyone eats healthy first.

Likes spicy food.

Dagwood is very outspoken, partially stemming from his brother's selective mutism. He's not afraid to speak up for others who need it.

He's very protective of those weaker than him, and keeps up a consistent workout routine to make sure he's always in fighting shape (the boost of magic from the core exploding in their au makes this very easy for him).

He likes to knit in his spare time too, although it's not something that he openly shares. The scarf and gloves that Reuben wears are a past birthday gift from him.

He was the main one that monsters in Snowdin went to if they needed help and that need to take responsibility never went away. He would melt if someone went out of their way to take care of him.

Because of the shape of his teeth, Dagwood's kisses are usually very gentle and precise. He'll usually take the lead and hold your face to direct you. Both because he likes the act of control and because he doesn't want you to accidentally get poked.

He really loves kids. If his partner also wanted kids he'd probably want at least two so that they'd always have a friend/someone to rely on. He'd also be open to adopting/fostering older kids who need a home.

About his relationship with Undyne. There were a lot of tense feelings at the start of the famine, a lot of magic going haywire, so their relationship was very rough for a while after his brother got hurt*. It's been a few years now and they've worked on and rebuilt their relationship as they've worked together to help the remaining monsters.

*It happened during an argument where her magic got out of control. She meant to summon one spear as a show of power but accidentally ended up summoning multiple.

He loves any kind of dancing with a partner.

Dagwood would love to be a teacher of some sort. Probably somewhere around the preteen level.

His favourite colours are pastels, but specifically blue.

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The Art Of Steve Rude

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Day 34: Low-FODMAP Gluten-Free Scooby Doo Sandwich on Potato Waffles

Yesterday I made these easy and delicious potato-egg waffles -- basically eggs and hash browns mixed together, and poured into a waffle iron -- and I had the brainwave that those waffles would make a completely decent bread substitute. Especially because actual gluten-free bread is ass.

So this morning I made them again, and then made bangin' breakfast sandwich that I devoured. Insofar as there's a recipe, the sandwich was made of two potato-egg waffles, a slice of co-jack and one of provolone, two slices of ham, sliced tomatoes, iceberg lettuce leaves, and mayo. I really wanted sour cream again, but that's still not allowed, sob. (Also, as usual, check labels carefully when getting the hash browns: a lot of brands have onion.)

Now I'm wondering if I could do a similar thing with the French toast waffles I made a couple days ago, only with sweet fillings instead of savory. Worth some thought.

Disclaimer: I am no dietician. I'm doing my best to minimize FODMAPs in my diet, but it's possible for me to be misinformed or mistaken about various ingredients.

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(1955)

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Captain Hero Super team-ups

A worthwhile website -- Super Team Family: the Lost Years. Admittedly I am spotty on mainstream superhero reference points. In the category of Archie (a mark of something that over a quarter of which are Captain Hero), I do think the "Archie -- Wonder Woman" cover is cheating -- what is that? A Dan Parent commission of Veronica in costume?

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Blondie on NBC

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This sandwich is a work of art and surprisingly structurally sound

Why? Just felt like making a cartoonish Dagwood sandwich

Blame all the Scooby doo I watched as a kid and adult

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Joe Musial Magic Comics #92 Cover Original Art (David McKay Publications, 1947) Source

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Sorry I keep forgetting I have Tumblr. Here are some recent-er draws I did

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Blondie #143, February 1961, cover by Chic Young

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Roy Lichtenstein

Two Paintings: Dagwood

1984

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LORENZO Y PEPITA - AÑO VII - N°126

Grandioso ejemplar de "Lorenzo y Pepita" de Editorial Novaro, lleno de cómicas situaciones de esta clásica y entretenida pareja del mundo de los comics clásicos...https://bit.ly/41253nS

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Blondie The Hurry Scurry Game (Transogram, 1966)