#damon system

[heavilypregnantmarkiplier]

guess whos alive

[sailingfireshipz]

I find it INTERESTING that Kylies reasoning for not coming to 51 is that she needed to find her own way/path at a different house to gain the respect of her peers because they were calling her mini kidd as if because she came up under Stella's wing she had a leg up or advantage.

Yet, they didn't seem to take that same approach or line of thinking when it came to Jack Damon. Damon shouldn't want to be at 51, nor getting references from his brother for admission to a course. He should want to work for it, earn it, prove to himself & others that he can earn his wings on his own merit.

The Kylie concept sort of parrales what Carver implied to Stella in 11x01. She got her promotion because of her connection to DC Hill versus the hard work she put in to earn her position. And THATS my issue with this show & its writers.

Whether it's intentional or not, it continues to feed into this narrative that the POC CHARACTERS have to prove themselves & go at alone in order to be deemed worthy of the accomplishments. (Kelly was supposed to help Stella & because a bigot at HQ thought she was getting a leg up because of her connection to Kelly he completely iced her out. Shaking her confidence, making her question everything, and ultimately telling Boden to pull her name from the list). That the moment they have someone who LOOKS like them in their corner (Stella with Kylie & DC Hill/Boden with Stella) their hard work is now invalid and their seat at the table was just given to them versus earned.

Yet non POC characters such as Sam Carver,Jack Damon & Christopher Hermann get to lean on privilege, audacity & nepotism to earn their seat at the table and NOBODY blinks a fucking eye. The same Kelly that ghosted his GF in S9 because he didn't want the brass to think she didn't "earn" it on her own. The same Kelly Severide that recused himself from trying to help find his FIANCE a permanent house in S10, is the SAME Kelly Severide that got pissy with Cruz in 13x01 when he brought up that working with a brother can be tricky. The same Kelly that lied to his WIFE to cover for Damon, a brother he hadn't even known for a 6 months, let alone a year. Same Kelly, who put in a good word for him at 20 after he got booted from 51 & threw a mini tantrum. Same Kelly, who asked Pascal to bring him back to 51, and then agreed to give a reference for that course.

It's very triggering to me because everyone's clapping as if they did something exemplary when, in reality, they didn't work nearly as hard, make nearly as many sacrifices as the likes of Kylie Estavez or Stella Kidd yet they still get to enjoy the wins. While Kylie & Stella have to continue to "prove," they deserve it that they earned it.

Kylie shouldn't be holding herself back from working at a house she literally GREW up in just because people think Stella Kidd is her saving grace. Kylie (like Stella) worked her ass off. She was in high school, doing the GOF program & working at the firehouse to help support her family due to Covid. She took the exam, she passed, and she should be allowed to be at a house that helped build out that capability in her without an implication that she got a leg up because of it.

Kelly mentioned in episode 18 that FH 20 kicked his ass but it didn't land because we didn't SEE it. Just like we didn't see Hermann putting in any effort for the captains exam but he just passed. We've seen him put no effort into being chief, yet somehow it's supposed to be some showdown between him & Pascal for the seat at the table? I can't stand Pascal, but he is a CHIEF. He makes the tough calls nobody else wants to make & he stands in them, right wrong or indifferent.

Hermann told Boden in 18 that if the white shirts were looking for a head to roll, he hoped it wasn't any of theirs. Whereas Pascal told Boden I'm coming with you because if they want someone to blame, they should see MY FACE. There's a clear distinction in both of those thought processes, and honestly, only one of them would I want leading me into a dire situation.

If you can't see or understand that concept, then I'm sorry if this offends you, but you are CHOOSING to be wilfully complicit to systemic inequality that the POC characters on this show have been put through compared to their non POC counterparts.

It bothers me that in one breath, this show can recognize, call out & bring awareness to the disparity within the CFD as it relates to POC/WOC in it yet when given the opportunity to overcome that perception they chose to reinforce it even more.

[countrymusiclover]

2 - Someone Who Listens

Part 3

The Hybrids Bright Star

Tags - @melvia-ito @lover-of-books-and-tea @kmc1989 @tallrock35 @elenavampire21 @frost-queen

The stale scent of disinfectant and wet dog hung heavy in the air, a perfume I'd grown accustomed to at the Mystic Falls Animal Shelter. Honestly, it was a small price to pay to be surrounded by these furry, four-legged souls. Sighing I scrubbed down another kennel, humming a tune I was trying to piece together for a new song. Country music, my escape, my dream, felt a million miles away when I was elbow-deep in kibble and... well, you get the picture.

"Hallie! You got a visitor," Brenda, my boss, called from the front desk. "Says his name is... Klaus?"

Klaus? My brain sputtered, trying to reconcile the name with any logical reason for him to be at the shelter. I hadn't seen him since last night at the Mystic Grill. He had an accent I couldn't quite place and an intense stare that had made my heart flutter in a way it hadn't done in ages. He seemed way too rich and sophisticated to be interested in adopting a rescue mutt.

I wiped my hands on my jeans and walked towards the reception area, my heart doing a weird little two-step. There he was, leaning against the counter, looking impossibly out of place amidst the posters of adoptable kittens. He was even more striking in the harsh fluorescent lighting of the shelter. The way his eyes scanned the room, taking in every detail, made me feel like I was the one being analyzed.

"Klaus," I greeted, trying for casual but probably failing miserably. "What brings you here? Looking for a new furry companion?"

A slow smile spread across his face, transforming his features. "Hardly. Though I do admire your dedication, Hallie. I merely thought you might be in need of a... reprieve from the aroma." He gestured delicately with his hand.

I chuckled, relieved he wasn't here to judge my career choices. "Yeah, well, the aroma is part of the charm, I guess. What did you have in mind?"

"Perhaps a walk? It's a rather pleasant day, and I find myself... intrigued by the prospect of learning more about you."

A walk? With Klaus? During my precious lunch break? It sounded insane, but the thought of spending even a little more time with him was ridiculously appealing. "I get half an hour. And I have to be back to feed the kittens."

"Half an hour will suffice," he said, his voice laced with amusement. "Lead the way, Miss Cassidy."

We fell into step as we left the shelter, the crisp autumn air a welcome change from the animal smells. Mystic Falls was beautiful this time of year, the trees ablaze with color. I found myself pointing out landmarks, babbling about the town, trying to fill the silence that suddenly felt heavy.

"So," Klaus said finally, his eyes fixed on me. "Tell me about yourself, Hallie. What does a woman with such a captivating voice dream of?"

Captivating voice? Was he flirting? Or was I just projecting? "Well," I started, feeling my cheeks flush. "I dream of singing on a stage bigger than the Mystic Grill. Writing songs that people actually want to hear. Becoming a country music star, I guess."

"A lofty ambition," he said, but there was no mockery in his tone. "And what's stopping you?"

"Life, mostly," I said with a sigh. "Paying bills, cleaning kennels... foster care didn't exactly set me up for success, you know? I'm trying to save up for a demo, but... it's slow going."

His expression softened, and for a moment, I thought I saw genuine empathy in his eyes. "Foster care, you say? That must have been difficult."

I shrugged. "It was what it was. I bounced around a lot. Never really felt like I belonged anywhere." It was a chapter of my life I didn't often talk about, but something about Klaus made me want to open up, just a little.

We walked in silence for a few minutes, the only sound the crunch of leaves under our feet. Then, Klaus spoke again, his voice low. "And what about... relationships? Is there anyone special in your life, Hallie?"

My stomach twisted. This was it. The part where I had to explain Damon. Damon, who was gorgeous and charming and... complicated. "There's Damon," I said carefully. "We're... seeing each other."

Klaus raised an eyebrow. "Seeing each other? Is that all?"

"It's... hard to explain," I admitted, running a hand through my hair. "Damon's... intense. He can be really amazing, but sometimes... sometimes he's different. Like he's not himself."

I tried to find the words to describe the strange, unsettling feeling I got around Damon. The way he could make me forget things. The way my head felt fuzzy when I tried to question him. But the words wouldn't come. He controlled that.

"Different how?" Klaus pressed, his gaze intense.

"I don't know," I said, frustrated. "Like he's... hiding something. Like he's not who he says he is. But then he looks at me, and I forget all the bad stuff, and everything's okay again."

I hated how pathetic that sounded. I hated admitting it out loud.

Klaus stopped walking, turning to face me fully. "Hallie," he said, his voice soft but firm. "Listen to me. Sometimes, what we think we see isn't the truth. Sometimes, people can manipulate us, make us believe things that aren't real. You need to trust your instincts. If something feels wrong, it probably is."

His words resonated with me, striking a chord deep inside. But then, like a switch being flipped, Damon's face flashed in my mind, his smile dazzling, his eyes mesmerizing.

"No," I said shaking my head, feeling a little dizzy and frustrated "I am right. It's not like that. Damon is... good to me even if sometimes he's not himself. He takes care of me." My voice was defensive, even to my own ears.

Klaus looked at me, his expression unreadable. "If you say so," he said finally, but I could tell he wasn't convinced.

We walked the rest of the way back to the shelter in silence, the tension between us thick enough to cut with a knife. When we reached the door, I turned to him, feeling a sudden urge to apologize.

"Thanks for the walk, Klaus," I said awkwardly. "I... I appreciate you listening."

"My pleasure, Hallie," he said, his eyes searching mine. "Perhaps we can do it again sometime. And Hallie?" He paused, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "Try not to let the dogs have all the fun while you're cleaning up, alright?"

I laughed, the sound feeling lighter than it had in days. "I'll try my best."

He gave me a nod, then turned and strode away, disappearing around the corner. I watched him go, a whirlwind of emotions swirling inside me – confusion, attraction, and a nagging sense that something was very, very wrong. The rest of the day was a blur of cleaning, feeding, and trying to ignore the lingering scent of Klaus's cologne. I couldn't shake the feeling that he knew something I didn't, that he saw something in Damon that I was blind to.

As I was preparing to leave, Brenda called me over. "Hallie, that Klaus guy came by again, just wanted me to give you something." She handed me a small, rectangular package. I opened it carefully, my heart pounding. Inside was a CD, a handwritten note attached.

"Hallie," it read, in Klaus's elegant script. "I took the liberty of arranging a small recording session for you. A good producer can make all the difference. Consider it a... kindness. Call the number on the CD. -K."

I stared at the CD, my mind reeling. A recording session? Just like that? It was an unbelievable opportunity, a chance to finally chase my dream. But something about it felt... off. Too easy.

I tucked the CD into my bag, a knot of apprehension tightening in my stomach. Klaus was a mystery, a whirlwind of charm and intensity. And I had a feeling that getting involved with him would be a lot more complicated than cleaning up after a kennel full of puppies.

Later that night, Damon showed up at my house, a bottle of wine in hand and that familiar, dazzling smile on his face. I immediately forgot about my suspicions, the nagging doubts fading away like smoke.

"Hey, baby," he said, pulling me into a kiss. "Missed you."

"Missed you too," I murmured, burying my face in his neck.

As we sat on the couch, sipping wine and watching a movie, I decided not to mention Klaus, or the walk, or the recording session. It was better to keep things simple, to bask in Damon's attention and forget about the confusing questions swirling in my head.

But even as I laughed at his jokes and leaned into his embrace, a tiny voice whispered in the back of my mind. Something isn't right. And for the first time in a long time, I couldn't quite silence it.

Comments really appreciated ❤️

[princesscallyie]

Wanted to do a cover for my boys. They are so cute 😩 Don't know when I'll write another episode. Though the story in my head is quite expansive already. There's new characters and everything lol

Link to the 1st fic (m/m, humor with mature themes/mild BDSM, consensual punishment)

[rockturbot]

The good old days when evidence law was still longer than three (3) pages😌

[paingoes]

my to-draw list rn

-lorelai. like literally anything w lorelai

-but specifically aegean seas lorelai + paris because its been on my list for fucking ever and theyre v cute

-body horror/castle damon delta. scary. i never draw gore though so this probably wont be good but i wanna do concept sketches.

-prep school AU for real

[moonrise-illustration]

Impromptu nap time

[gorillazforgotten]

Various Gorillaz Sound System live photos

[satoshi-mochida]

Arc System Works announces action game DAMON and BABY - Gematsu

Arc System Works has announced DAMON and BABY, an action game. Platforms and a release date were not announced.

Here is an overview of the game, via Arc System Works:

An action game, not a fighting game, made by the developers at Arc System Works!

This new project is the first step towards that future! DAMON and BABY! This is the tale of the Demon King who was cursed to never be able to part from a human child. The journey to release the curse begins! More information to come! “The game market is tough now,” said Arc System Works chief creative officer Daisuke Ishiwatari during today’s Arc System Works Showcase announcing the project. “To overcome that Arc System Works has launched a new project. It’s an action game project… Let me explain. Arc System Works is a fighting game company. I’m sure most of you recognize us as so. However, to achieve a new brand, where we are known for quality mid-range action games, we decided to establish a new pillar outside of fighting games. “You might be wondering why I specifically use the term mid-range. There are many reasons, but one is that even creators themselves can enjoy striving for their dreams. In recent years, with AAA blockbusters and excellent indie titles gaining popularity, it has become extremely risky for companies to create new series. This has led to dwindling opportunities for young creators to have their own projects. We feel the need to focus our efforts towards the future a decade from now, such as to build stable development schemes and to accumulate technology and know-how. “Our flagship title Guilty Gear has now become a million selling copy work—but its very first installment was a small-scale project. From there, over many long years, we built a foundation that could guarantee a certain level of quality in the fighting games genre. Similarly we hope to take a step with this project that will eventually lead to bigger dreams. And precisely because they are mid-range titles, this will create many opportunities to produce many titles and cultivate many creators, and we hope that will become one of the future values of Arc System Works.”

Watch the announcement trailer below.

Announce Trailer

[heavilypregnantmarkiplier]

royalty au chapter 2 is DROPPED 💥

[daenysthedreamer101]

TVD Thoughts - season 1

I just watched ep. 8 of the Vampire Diaries ("162 Candles") and damn...

Can we all please take a moment of silence for my girl Lexi! Like... 😭😭Ughh, she just died in the same damn episode she was introduced in!

Damn it, Damon, I liked her! She was sooo cool! I loved her relationship with Stefan, and how they had a genuine friendship and he was so happy to see her. And then, Damon just kills her at the end... 🙄🙄🙄

I lived for that scene at the beginning of the ep when she overpowered Damon, like yes girly,👏 put 👏him👏 in👏 his place!

R. I. P. Lexi you were truly a baddie 💅

(she had such a good vampire face btw)

I'll just add more gifs of her cause she's really pretty!!! 😩💖💖💖

Look at them! Cuties! True BFFs (until Damon ruined it 🙄)

She even helped Stefan with Elena, I mean true friend right there.

😩😩😩🎤💿💗

And please no spoilers, please. I only recently started watching.

(Sorry this turned into a rant, I'll go now lol)

[blumenbandit]

you and me and her

[justanothermarinafan]

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[nerdie-faerie]

Thinking about Bonnie being directly responsible for Caroline's vampirism

[dhampirdreamerz]

”being a system must be scary!”

yes sometimes it is but

THERE R 2 PPL SCREAMING THE LYRICS TI BE OUR GUEST

IN FRENCH

@cyanidesurpryse

[ohmyfairies]

WHY IS MY BRAIN FOCUSING ON THE VAMPIRE DIARIES I HAVE NOT WATCHED THIS SHOW OR INTERACTED WITH THE FANDOM SINCE I WAS A TEENAGER AND YET ALL WEEK MY STUPID BRAIN HAS BEEN GNAWING ON THIS SHITTY CW DRAMA LIKE A GODDAMN PRETZEL