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i AM doing goretober. it DID take me 5 days to start. dont worry about it!
#goretober#dracgoretober2024#wasp girl#OKAY its on the right page now. i dont know how i did that twice#day 1 is brain damage!
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āon the topic of psychotic Summers brothers, I only just caught up with six months of X-Men after stopping for six months the topic of Gabriel referring to the tags of my last X-Men post a month ago ā but I was happy to see Scott's torture-induced psychosis didn't (definitively) turn out just to be that he'd calculated what others hadn't. Yes, the woman he'd accurately calculated would save him was Dr. Gregor, not Jean, but that doesn't change that he remained unsure if Jean was real (and thought she was alive) while the all-seeing Enigma knew on the contrary that Scott was delusional because Phoenix thus equally (an equivocation which casts further doubt of Scott's fiery visions ever being genuine, as Jean's dying mind had departed Scott well before Mother Righteous sacrificed Jean's dead fragmented self for Dominion, before Scott was tortured) Jean ā were so utterly dead that Rachel and Hope had to cancel out death to reverse it. Yet Scott, hyper-vigilant traumatized autistic brain-damaged neurodivergent soldier that he is, seemingly accomplished all these strategic calculations while having a psychotic ābreak,ā which is extremely in character for himā
#I know it still technically coulda been *intended* a shard of jeans unaware consciousness. mayhaps writers lost track with so many threads#but the narrative reads to me like Scotty is psychotic and as usual ignoring non-tactical distractions if they aren't actively impeding him#scott summers#and again- it wouldn't be like chronic psychosis (not just episodes) don't run in the Summers family (see: Gabriel)#it also wouldn't be like TBI doesn't often cause psychosis (ābreakā word only used by Dr Stasis' duressed psychiatrist anyways)#hence the ā ā. and lets not get it twisted- Scott can -at times- be v paranoid. which doesn't always work out for him#words by seaweed#the mini breakdown he has when he realizes Xavier is living people to the Orchis AIs in exchange for Krakoa *chefs kiss*#Scott is: 1) demonstrably hypervigilant 2) canonically traumatized 3) word-of-god autistic 4) canonically brain damaged#5) canonically neurodivergent bc TBI alone is neurodivergence according to someone I know with TBI#āJean is the Phoenix and the Phoenix is Jean- now and forever. But they are like planets orbitingā#sometimes close- sometimes far away. In the time of the Phoenixās birth they are as close as it gets.ā#I have been IMMERSED UNDERWATER in x-men for days. im so relieved I caught up. now: reading six months of spidey comics!#I wanna see my overhated boy chasm#don't take this too seriously I know its just an interpretation. but it's one that Fall of the Powers of X left VERY open
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wild that when you miss 10% of highschool just bc you don't want to go you get called in for interventions and several letters sent home to figure out why you aren't going, but when you miss way over 2/3rds of your time there because it's physically killing your braincells to show up, they don't say anything and suddenly don't care about your reasons for not showing up being told to the higher ups
#a thing ive observed from my sister#who thinks its cool not to show up...#i was eating 1 meal a day in highschool bc i couldn't eat in front of people and had no time before school#it's literally damaged my brain#and the school board didn't give a fuck
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#unironically i would die without music. i have such awful fucking sensory issues when it comes to auditory input#cicadas screaming wakes me up? instant rage. day ruined. the hum of a voice in another room? meltdown imminent. better kms.#not really but genuinely it makes me feel like that. i hate my brain so much oooh noooo i can hear noises its the end of the fucking world#my NC headphones stay glued to my head . for my safety and everyone else's lol#i should probably stop throwing them across the room when they glitch out and screech directly in my ears seeing as they are#the only thing keeping me sane at this point. alas#i need the ones that are like little ear plug headphones... doing my hair has become a hazardous activity in this burnout#cuz i cannot wear them then... i am. struggling.#x#misophonia#hyperacusis#i am pretty sure i have both because it hurts and makes me rage at the same time :)))#autism is like. you can hear the shrimp noises. you also do not want to hear the shrimp noises and will take damage from this. great.#THE AIR FRYER IS MY NUMBER 1 ENEMY I NEED TO OPEN THAT PIECE OF SHIT UP AND DETACH THE FUCKING WIRES#WHY IS IT SO FUCKING LOUUUUUD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!#this shit is why i rack up a minimum of 300000 minutes of play time on wrapped every year#ok bye
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Honestly can't believe I ever thought I was straight with how much I hyperfixated on Rachel Hurd Wood growing up. Peter Pan 2003 was 100% my bi awakening.
#i just watched an american haunting#i didn't understand why i was so obsessed with her as a kid lmaooo#cuz you gay you little freak#anyways the last 5 days have been a fever dream and this is the quality of content you get#just random fucking thoughts yelled into the void at 1 am#is covid giving me brain damage? probably.#peter pan#rachel hurd wood
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Unfollow me if youāre unwilling to wear a mask to protect yourselves and others
#both of my still-living grandpas went to the hospital shortly after catching covid for the second time#the second one was yesterday and there arenāt any hospital beds for him because covid is putting so many people in the hospital#this is not normal#this is not what learning to live with covid should look like#covid-19#sars-cov-2#pandemic#my post#personal#original post#everyone keeps saying āoh well it doesnāt hospitalize or kill young healthy peopleā#1. yes it fucking does#2. elderly and disabled peopleās lives matter and we should be protecting them#3. everyone ignores the long-term effects#long covid is super common and even if you donāt have symptoms every day it can cause heart attacks and weaken your immune system#and cause brain damage and all sorts of horrible shit#do not get covid#do not spread covid#the vaccine does not prevent transmission so itās pretty useless#wear a fucking mask šŖ
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#shout out to the person at the [redacted] admissions office who gave me a typo-ed email to sent my transcript to#and i missed it bc idk im dyslexic and didnt expect to get the wrong email address from the graduate office#i would never have known if one of my transcripts didnt bounce back. like jesus. i would have been so sad#now im just gonna b real paranoid abt electronic transcripts. hopefully its fine bc dec 1 wasnt a hard deadline but thst was the priority#deadline. idk if they also needed official transcripts by then as well. fucking hell#i was gonna try to go to sleep early. now its 10.30 and im upset#everything is just. its all terrible. and i actually have to get shit done tomorrow like actually actually so im gonna have to suck it up#and just idk just do it. well see how much damage that does me#16 days. i have to made it 16 more days. 2 weeks and a bit. that's all#but the floorboards are rotting out from under my feet and i really dont wanna have to go to my boss like yo im like genuinely having a#breakdown so like fuck everything we had planned for December my brain is collapsing in on itself#8 to 10 months. assuming i get accepted somewhere. thats how long i have to stay. too long#i dont kno what im gonna do if being home doesnt heal me. it hasnt at any other point this year so blah#unrelated
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I feel like its only fair that i tell yall something atrocious i did when im out here making fun of peopleās taste kdkdks
#yall are not ready for this#when ālosing youā came out i listened to each ver (kr & en) once and decided i didnt like it#(i knowā¦. idk wtf was wrong with me but if i had to guess: brain damage)#i only listened to it again when love synonym part 2 was announced and i was so excited I decided to listen to part 1 until it drops#I remember sitting in despair with tears all over my face when i listened to it then likešš©š„ŗššš¢š„ŗ HOW DID I NOT LIKE THIS THE FIRST TIME???#to this day i dont have an explanation why losing u didnt hit me then#now everytjme i listen to it im filled with this SHAME kdkldmdkxmxkx
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A lot of younger people have no idea what aging actually looks and feels like, and the reasons behind it. That ignorance is so dangerous. If you donāt want to ābe old,ā you arenāt talking about a number of years. I have patients in their late 80s who could still handily beat me in a raceāone couple still runs marathons together, in their late 80sāand I lost someone who was in her early 60s to COPD last year. What you want is not youth, it is health.
If you want to still be able to enjoy doing things in your 60s and 70s and 80s and even 90s, what you want to do, right now, is quit smoking, get some activity on a regular basis (a couple of walks a week is WAY better for you than nothing; increasing from 1 hour a day of cardio to 1.5 will buy you very little), and eat some plants. Thatās it. No magic to it. No secret weird tricks. Donāt poison yourself, move around so your body doesnāt forget how, and eat plants.
If you have trouble moving around now because of mobility limitations, bad news: you still need to move around, not because itās immoral not to, but because thatās still the best advice we have. I highly recommend looking up the Sit and Be Fit series; it is freely available and has exercises that can be done in a chair, which are suitable for people with limited mobility or poor balance. POTS sufferers, Iām looking at you.
If you have trouble eating plants because of dietary issues (they cause gas, etc.) or just because theyāre bitter (super taster with texture issues here!), bad news. You still want to find a way to get some plants into your body on a regular basis. I know. It sucks. The only way I can do it is restaurantsāthey can make salads taste like food. I can also tolerate some bagged salads. On bad weeks, the OCD with contamination focus gets so bad I just canāt. However, canned beans always seem āsafe,ā and they taste a bit like candy, so theyāre a good fallback.
If you smoke and you have tried quitting a million times and youāre just not ready to, bad news. You still need to quit. Your body needs you to try and keep trying. Your brain needs it, too. Damaging small blood vessels racks up cumulative damage over time that your body can start trying to reverse as soon as you quit. I know itās insanely, absurdly addictive. You still need to.
You cannot rules lawyer your way past your bodyās basic needs. It needs food, sleep, activity, and the absence of poison. Those are both small things and big asks. You cannot sustain a routine based on punishment, so donāt punish your body. Find ways to include these things that are enjoyable and rewarding instead. Experiment. There is no reason not to experimentāyou donāt have to know instantly whatās going to work for you and what wonāt, you just need to be willing to try things and make changes when things arenāt working for you.
You will still age. Your body will stop making collagen and elastin. Tissues you can see and tissues you canāt see will both sag. Cushioning tissues under your skin will get thinner. Youāll bruise more easily. Skin will tear more easily. Accumulated sun damage will start to show more and more. Joints will begin to show arthritis. Tendons and ligaments will get weaker and get injured more easily, as will muscles. Bones will lose mass and get easier to break. Youāll get tired more easily.
But you know what makes the difference between being dead, or as good as, in your 60s vs your 90s? Activity, plants, and quitting smoking. And donāt do meth. Saw a 58-year-old guy this week who is going to have a heart attack if he doesnāt quit whatever stimulant heās on. I pretended to believe it was just the cigarettes, and maybe it is, but meth and cocaine will kill you quicker. Stop poisoning yourself.
Baby steps; take it one step at a time; you donāt need to have everything figured out right now. But you do need to be working on figuring things out.
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sick little victorian boy energy>>>
reg>>>
sirius>>>
which other sick little victorian boys can you think of?
(im totally making sense rn)
No no I get this. I call this the timothee chalamet effect. Literally any character heās played has that energy, and even him in real life.
May I also bring to the table young Gru from Despicable Me (Iāve not seen the minions movies with his backstory Iām only taking from the flashback scenes in Despicable Me)
#its 1 am and I canāt think of any more sick little Victorian children#but I know theyāre out there waiting to get notices#also just everyone that grew up in the house of black falls under this category#Bellatrix Lestrange Iām looking at you#she definitely caught a case of something that caused severe brain damage or something#also SORRY FOR ANSWERING SO LATE I DIDNT KNOW I HAD ANY ASKS UNTIL I CHECKED OUT OF BOREDOM THE OTHER DAY AND FOUND THIS RAHH#IM SORRY IM SORRY IM SORRY ANON#:)#I hope my response is one you can agree with though :))#jay answers
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my sister is eating disorderedly, and i dont know what to do
#ive been reading her diary#horrible i know#but i have just cause#and god the things she writes about herself are awful#shes just 15#like i never comment on her body or about what shes eating#and my parents arent the type to say eat less#but damn#i dont wanna say shes got anorexia because its not that bad yet#but shes talking about how fat she is how she wants a thigh gap and that she can only eat two meals a day#and its just so... sad#like i dont understand where it comes from#and i cant talk to her about it directly cause shell never trust me if ive read her diary#and we ae similarly brain damaged in the way that we lie with a straight face and then do our own thing#like. i am INCREDIBLE at hiding my own anorexia and i know that 100% cause everyones alsowas saying ohh haha [milo] is the one were sure#will never eat too little#which ik ik fucked up#but because of that im aware of 1. what to look for and 2. what not to say or do towards others#so ignoring MY issues - what can i fucking do?#not read her diary probably#but we dont really... talk#i dont know how
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i think I'm on Tumblr too LITTLE actually. not ENOUGH lately and my psyche is getting worse as my Tumblr screen time decreases.
as an update for basically only future me propably no one else :
I feel like I'm crying more easily. that's bad. let's hope it's briviact. actually maybe not maybe let's hope that it's the fact that I'm not on Tumblr enough.
kinda stopped taking pics of myself, only rarely and only for good reason or for vinted cause it made me kinda insane it made my body image waaay worse and Ive been in a body image crisis for a while now so I needed to do that. Thank God I only have two tiny mirrors these days and one is in a weird place so I don't remember I own it half the time.
Feel like being an anxious woman is BAD SIN BOOOO. but maybe it's more so misogyny. I feel like my alcoholic father is less judged about it than I am about anxiety and shit but maybe it's because he's a Man Who Can Pretend (is Can the right word. He's just a man who pretends)
trying to do more things concentrate better and maaaaybe that will be the Thing that will help my life get better and all. but also realising how insanely bad my concentration IS. like I tried putting on nature sounds instead of my regular playlist in the morning and now I get ready to leave faster so apparently if I put on nature sounds or piano (I Do have a whole folder on Spotify for piano Ive listened to that for years. Just not while Doing something usually when I'm tired or overthinking) when I get ready I can wake up a bit later. If I want to. Didn't work tho. And! Trying to do like a social media cleanse even tho I hate the word cleanse whatever. But I remember when I didn't really have a phone for over a year in like 2021? or something and I only checked things other than my emails like. once a month and I didn't feel bad about it at all lol it was pretty good for me but I don't wanna go on a whole tangent that could be another post but. it was good I should be minimal about it again I should be minimal about my skincare and shit too but. thats Another tangent.
What's the point in making scented toilet paper paper towels etc. Is it just to make me suffer. When I was at the worst shelter ever they only had fucking camomile scented toilet paper that gave me an allergic reaction (like all of this scented paper shit does) and I had to keep my own little secret roll of toilet paper hidden in the shared bathroom. And naturella is a crime against womankind kinda and by womankind I mean me personally but also im so sensitive I can't even use organic bio pads so :/
Am I regressing anxiety wise sometimes I think Yes absolutely sometimes I think no I'm a brave woman what is the truth?
#And I'm barely on Tumblr these days SORRY IM BUSY AND ALSO HAVE VERY LOW SODIUM HYPONATREMIA OR SOME SHIT IM TRYING TO HAVE LOWER SCREEN#TIME TOO BUT I HAVE TO CLEAN UP EVERYTYING ON MY PHONE COMPUTER EMAIL USB EVEN MY TUMBLR DRAFTS FIRST AND I WAS ALSO WATCHING WIMBLEDON EVE#THO ITS MY LEAST FAVORITE SLAM I LOVE ALL SLAMS DONT GET ME WRONG BUT IF I HAD TO RANK THEM ITS 1 RG 2 AO 3 USOPEN 4 WIMBY#IM 24 UNFORTUNATELY I HAVE THINGS TO DO UNFORTUNATELY I HATE IT I DO. And then Bastad mostly. And volleyball. And something else I think#but I don't feel like remembering#I've been a tumblrina for like 10 or 11 years now this is my 4th? Or 3rd? Well not my first or second Blog. I'm not going to stop now I jus#need to. Change some things I guess have my time some other time whateverrrr#and now im watching olympics. im a bit og an olympics fangirl tbh.#and my grammars fucked up lately. in english at least. no idea why. maybe its the literal brain damage and/or neurological disorder lol
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The Anatomy of Punching a Character in the Face
Punching scenes are a staple of action sequences in many genres. Whether itās an intense brawl, a quick defense, or an emotional outburst, a punch can carry a lot of weight both physically and narratively. As a writer, itās essential to understand what really happens when a fist meets a faceāfrom the immediate impact to the longer-lasting effects on both the person getting punched and the one throwing the punch.
This guide will help you craft authentic, detailed, and believable punch scenes by exploring different areas of the face, types of punches, and the aftermath of such an impact.
1. Target Areas of the Face and Their Vulnerabilities
A punch isnāt a one-size-fits-all situation. Depending on where the fist lands, the consequences will vary significantly. Different parts of the face have varying levels of vulnerability, and targeting these areas produces different effects, from knockouts to broken bones.
A. Jawline: The Knockout Zone
The jawline is a classic target in many fight scenes, especially when knockout punches are involved. This area is highly vulnerable because a hit here causes the head to snap to the side, leading to a sharp rotational movement of the brain inside the skull. This movement disrupts the brainās communication and often results in a temporary loss of consciousnessāwhat we commonly refer to as a "knockout."
Common Effects: Dislocation or fracture of the jaw, loss of consciousness, slurred speech, and severe pain.
Visual Aftermath: Swelling around the jawline, bruising, and possible misalignment of the jaw if broken.
B. Nose: Breaking and Bleeding
The nose is another vulnerable target, known for being easily broken. Itās not just a fragile bone structure, but itās also connected to many blood vessels, meaning a direct punch to the nose often results in immediate bleeding. The nasal bone can fracture, causing difficulty in breathing, and in some cases, the nose may need surgical intervention to reset.
Common Effects: Intense pain, bleeding, difficulty breathing, potential for a broken nose.
Visual Aftermath: Blood running from the nostrils, swelling, and significant bruising around the nose and eyes.
C. Cheekbones (Zygomatic Bones): Bruising and Fractures
The cheekbones are one of the more solid structures in the face but are still susceptible to breaks, particularly from a heavy blow. Damage here can lead to not just bruising, but potentially severe injuries that can affect the entire facial structure.
Common Effects: Fractures of the zygomatic bone, swelling, bruising, and pain extending to the eye socket.
Visual Aftermath: Black eyes, noticeable swelling on one side of the face, and a sunken appearance if the bone is fractured.
D. Forehead: A Hard Target
The forehead is much harder than most parts of the face and is less vulnerable to severe damage. However, punches to the forehead can still cause pain, disorientation, and dazing of the recipient. While itās less likely to result in a knockout, itās effective in dazing an opponent, especially if the puncherās goal is to create an opening for another strike.
Common Effects: Swelling, redness, and potential concussions if hit with enough force.
Visual Aftermath: Redness, minimal bruising, and a dazed expression.
E. Eyes: Black Eyes and Swelling
A punch to the eyes is particularly brutal because the area around the eyes is delicate, and the skin is thin. Itās not just about swelling but also potential damage to the orbital bones. The impact can cause "black eyes," characterized by intense bruising and swelling that may close the eye shut for days.
Common Effects: Swelling, black eyes, potential orbital bone fractures, temporary blurred vision.
Visual Aftermath: Discoloration that starts purple and turns yellowish-green as it heals, swollen shut eyes.
2. Types of Punches
Not all punches are created equal. The type of punch thrown can drastically change the outcome of the scene, both in terms of damage and realism. Understanding these different types of punches will allow you to convey more varied and dynamic fight sequences.
A. Jab: Speed and Precision
A jab is a quick, straight punch, usually thrown with the non-dominant hand. Itās not meant to be a knockout punch but more of a setup punch to create an opening or keep the opponent at a distance. Jabs are fast and can be disorienting, especially if they repeatedly land in quick succession.
Common Effects: Light bruising, potential cuts, and swelling in the area hit.
B. Cross: Power and Impact
The cross is a powerful, straight punch delivered with the dominant hand. Itās often aimed at vulnerable spots like the jaw or nose. Unlike a jab, the cross is meant to deliver a significant amount of force, and when landed properly, it can cause serious damage.
Common Effects: Knockouts, broken bones, severe swelling, and bruising.
C. Hook: Lateral Devastation
A hook is a wide, circular punch that targets the side of the head, particularly the jaw or temple. Itās one of the most powerful punches and is often used with the intent of knocking the opponent out.
Common Effects: Knockouts, severe disorientation, potential for concussions, and jaw dislocations.
D. Uppercut: Lifting from Below
The uppercut is thrown upward, usually aimed at the chin. Itās a devastating punch that can lift the opponentās head and jolt their brain, leading to knockouts. Uppercuts are especially dangerous when they land cleanly on the jaw or chin.
Common Effects: Knockouts, broken teeth, jaw fractures, and disorientation.
E. Haymaker: Risky but Powerful
A haymaker is a wild, swinging punch delivered with as much force as possible. Itās often thrown with reckless abandon and is easy to dodge, but if it connects, it can deal significant damage. Because of its wide arc, it leaves the puncher exposed to counterattacks.
Common Effects: Knockouts, severe bruising, and possible fractures if landed correctly.
3. Punch Wounds: What They Look Like and Healing
Punches to the face leave lasting marks, some immediately visible and others taking days to fully form. Understanding the aftermath of a punch will help you describe the physical toll on your characters more accurately.
A. Immediate Effects
Swelling and Redness: Swelling can begin almost instantly, particularly in areas with soft tissue like the eyes and lips.
Bruising: Bruises start off as red, then turn purple, blue, and eventually fade into yellow or green as they heal.
Bleeding: Punches to the nose, lips, and even cheeks can result in bleeding, either from the skin breaking or from internal damage like a broken nose.
B. Long-Term Injuries
Black Eyes: Punches near the eyes can lead to bruising that darkens the skin around the eyes, giving it a purplish hue.
Fractures: Broken bones, such as the nose or jaw, may require weeks to heal, and in severe cases, surgery may be necessary.
Scarring: If the skin is cut open, thereās the potential for scarring, especially if stitches are required.
C. Healing Process
Bruises: These typically take about a week to two weeks to heal, with the colors shifting as the body absorbs the blood trapped under the skin.
Fractures: Healing from fractures can take several weeks to months, depending on the severity.
Swelling: Swelling can last anywhere from a few hours to a few days, with cold compresses helping to reduce it.
4. How the Punch Affects the Puncher
While we often focus on the person receiving the punch, itās important to remember that throwing a punch can also take a toll on the puncher.
A. Physical Strain
Knuckle Damage: Hitting a hard surface, like a jaw or forehead, can cause damage to the puncherās knuckles. This is known as a āboxerās fracture,ā where the small bones in the hand break due to impact.
Wrist Injury: If the punch is not aligned correctly, the wrist can absorb too much force, leading to sprains or breaks.
Fatigue: After multiple punches, especially in a drawn-out fight, the puncher can become fatigued, leading to less powerful or accurate strikes.
B. Emotional and Psychological Effects
Adrenaline Rush: For inexperienced fighters, throwing a punch can lead to an adrenaline surge, which can cause tunnel vision or reckless behavior.
Moral Conflict: If the puncher is not used to violence, they may experience guilt or shock at the damage theyāve caused, especially if the recipient is significantly injured.
5. Psychological Impact of Receiving a Punch
A punch to the face doesnāt only cause physical damage. For the recipient, it can have a lasting psychological effect, especially if the punch was unexpected or in a vulnerable situation. Writing this aspect adds depth to your characters and shows that a punch is more than just physical pain.
A. Shock and Fear
Fight or Flight Response: Getting punched can immediately trigger a fight-or-flight reaction. Some characters might freeze or retreat, especially if theyāve never been in a physical altercation before.
Loss of Confidence: For characters not used to violence, being punched in the face may cause a significant loss of confidence. They may question their own strength, bravery, or ability to defend themselves.
Increased Aggression: Alternatively, the punch may trigger a rage-fueled response, pushing the character into aggressive, reckless action.
B. Embarrassment and Humiliation
Public Fights: If the punch occurs in front of others, thereās often an added layer of humiliation. Characters might feel embarrassed, even if they werenāt at fault.
Internalizing the Event: The recipient of the punch may carry the emotional impact for a long time, replaying the event in their mind, feeling shame, or seeking revenge.
C. Post-Traumatic Stress
Lingering Anxiety: In extreme cases, receiving a punch can cause anxiety or even post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Characters whoāve experienced significant trauma might relive the event through flashbacks or become hyper-vigilant, avoiding confrontations in the future.
Fear of Future Confrontations: A character whoās been severely beaten might actively avoid scenarios where they could be hit again, making them overly cautious or paranoid.
6. Writing Tips: Making It Believable
Writing a punch scene isn't just about describing the physical action. To make the moment believable and impactful, youāll need to consider various elementsāfrom pacing and sensory details to character psychology and aftermath. Hereās how to make your punch scenes authentic:
A. Build Tension Before the Punch
Foreshadowing Conflict: Build up the tension before the punch is thrown. Is the character agitated? Are there verbal warnings or body language that suggests things are escalating? By slowly ramping up the tension, the eventual punch feels earned and inevitable.
Use Dialogue: A heated exchange of words can make a punch more meaningful. If the punch follows a particularly cutting remark or threat, it adds weight to the action.
B. Focus on Sensory Details
Physical Sensations: Describe not just the punch itself, but how it feels. Does the skin split? Does the puncherās knuckles scrape against teeth or bone? Is there an immediate sting or delayed throbbing pain?
Sound: The sound of a punch can enhance the realism of the scene. A dull thud as a fist connects with soft tissue, the crack of a bone breaking, or the splatter of blood hitting the floor are all effective auditory details.
C. Show Immediate and Delayed Reactions
Physical Reaction: After being punched, characters rarely shake it off immediately. Staggering, falling, or momentarily losing their vision are realistic reactions. You can also show how the puncher feelsādid their hand hurt from the impact?
Emotional Fallout: Punches are often emotional events. Show how your characters feel right afterāwhether itās satisfaction, regret, or shock. The emotional weight of a punch can be just as impactful as the physical consequences.
D. Consider the Aftermath
Healing Process: Donāt forget that punches have a lasting impact. A black eye will take days to heal, and a broken nose could require medical attention. Characters might have to deal with soreness, swelling, or difficulty talking and eating.
Ongoing Tension: A punch can dramatically shift relationships. A once-trusting friendship could be shattered, or a bitter rivalry could be born. Make sure to carry the emotional weight of the punch forward in your story.
7. Common Misconceptions About Punching
Many writers fall into the trap of perpetuating unrealistic portrayals of punches. These misconceptions can make your scenes feel less authentic or overly cinematic. Hereās how to avoid them.
A. The Myth of the "Clean Knockout"
Reality: A punch to the jaw might cause a knockout, but itās not always instant. In real life, knockouts are often messy and unpredictable. The recipient might stagger or struggle before finally losing consciousness, and they could wake up with serious concussions, memory loss, or nausea.
B. Punches Always Cause Immediate Bleeding
Reality: While a punch to the nose often causes immediate bleeding, not all punches result in visible blood. Even when skin splits, it might take a moment for blood to pool and become visible. Bruising and swelling often take hours to fully appear.
C. Punching Doesnāt Always Lead to a Win
Reality: Throwing a punch doesnāt guarantee victory. The puncher could hurt themselves, miss entirely, or end up escalating a fight they werenāt prepared for. Additionally, punches to the forehead or temple might not have the knockout effect portrayed in moviesāthey could just make the puncherās hand hurt more than the opponent.
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Me earlier: oh actually I donāt think my PMS has been that bad this time around?? Maybe microgynon is stabilising my mood
Me just now: *reading peopleās stories about knee sprains and sobbing from sympathy*
#i had the bright idea to research knee sprains. as if 1) i donāt already know enough (having now experienced FOUR)#and 2) that wouldnāt cause my anxiety to spike through the fucking roof#there was this one manās story though that got me#he said he went to the urgent care and the doctor was more focused on telling him about how overweight he was than examining his knee#he ended up getting his prescription and going home but then while he was trying to limp around doing his chores he put his weight on his#knee wrong and it TWISTED#and i was reading this going ššššššš because i know EXACTLY what he means#the pain of a partial knee dislocation isā¦ not something i can explain to anyone who hasnāt experienced it or something similar#it is. gut wrenching. i donāt know how i didnāt throw up any of the times itās happened to me#what hits you before the actual pain is the Wrongness of it. it feels like youāve broken yourself. and you feel so so sick#then the pain hits you and all you can do is scream#itās so horrible. the first time i did it i thought iād broken my leg. i felt on some intrinsic level that i had damaged myself irrevocably#i saw like weeks or months of hospital stays and rehabilitation in my brain. i thought i was disabled; possibly permanently#then i went to a&e and found out iād partially dislocated my knee leading to an overextended ligament#and i was back on my feet just over a week later š but seriously#this time around itās been 2 weeks and i still canāt straighten my knee while iām standing up; i canāt put my weight on it#and i canāt stand or walk for longer than 5 minutes. with or without my brace#itās scary!! like helloooo. i would like to go back to my (extremely physical; iām talking 7.5 hours a day on my feet) job sooner or later#and i know iām improving but it really feels like itās absolutely minute. like. i was going to send my boss an update but then i realised it#would be exactly the same as the one i sent last week. i still get fatigued if i stand for more than a few minutes. iām still just barely#getting around my house. likeā¦#people keep asking āhowās the kneeā every single day and iām like āitās the fucking SAMEā like use your brain.#itās not going to fully heal overnight!! itās not even going to be much different#god i Wish iād gone to the hospital when i first did this. i wish i knew for certain i hadnāt torn anything#like i donāt think iād be able to move as well as i can if i had. and i think iād have a lot more pain#but SERIOUSLY. i know i probably shouldnāt clog up the a&e but is there a way to go to the hospital with a knee sprain after 2 weeks#and be taken seriously. or should i pretend it only just happened.#i donāt think i could pull that off considering thereās only minimal swelling left. but my knee does look fucking bizarre iāll give it that#okay if i still canāt walk properly in another week iām showing up at a walk in or somewhere and refusing to leave til someone looks at me#personal
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actually really mad now bc i just realized that time loop shenanigans would be SUCH a fun and easy way to play with branching options and ive done TWO sv time loop fics and didnt think abot this when doing either
abruptly rather nostalgic for like old choose your own adventure novels where you flip to the page indicated by your choice and like. how hard do you think it would be to rig something like this in ao3
like obv it would be easy to like. be like "if you choose A go to chapter 32" or whatever but like you can embed hyperlinks into fics so you could have it as a thing you click and it takes you there yourself. but then That has me wondering just how far one could, hypothetically, push the limits of a fic on ao3 using just html and sheer force of will.... like that could be really fucking fun to toy with actually....
#rambles#like could you fucking imagine forever lost together as a cyoa#you're sqq and you now have to repeat the worst day of your life over and over#and you did what you were supposed to! you banished the person you loved most to hell in order to survive!!#so why is it repeating? why do you keep having to do it over? why isnt anything working?#....gdi not me seriously considering reworking that fic for nefarious psychic damage purposes#well no actually that one WOULD be better as a vn#because i would want flags to track both what choices sqq has done so far and his psychological decay :)#me 1 week ago: obviously im not going to make a wholeass sv ff visual novel#me now: okay but Hear Me Out. what if i did do that#sometimes it do really feel like i am just beating my own brain back with a broom
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ą©ā© he is ā¦. drunk? (smau) ą©ā©
pairing : lando norris x fem reader
summary : the chaotic process of Lando getting a wife
fc: Olivia Culpo
a/n : This is a series, and this is THE FINALE , THANK YOU FOR BEING PART OF THIS ! it was requested anonymously, thank you for requesting it š«¶š»
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f1wags THE PROPOSAL WAS OF LANDO NORRIS AND HIS GIRLFRIEND OF 4 YEARS, Y/N CULPO
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user1 EXCUSE ME WHAT-
user2 miss rabbit has fainted š«·š»
user3 the plot twist no one expected šæ
user4 I KNEW IT
user5 max posting the best man duties makes more sense now
user6 after all that fight, max is still lando's best man !?
user7 MRS. Y/N NORRIS
user8 lando, got tamed
user9 I will miss his fratboy party era š
user10 his party era started cuz of yn-
user11 both of them are party animals š
user12 THEIR KIDS WOULD END THE WORLD
user13 talk about talent and looks
user14 but lando's talent is damaged š
user15 can you stop hating on him ?
user13 it's a f1 meme šæ
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ynnorris since 24'
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user1 THE USERNAME
user2 OH MY GAWDD
user3 he did good on that ring
user4 I HAVE THE SAME RING FHFHFHF
user5 SPILL THE DEETS
user4 it's a darry ring, you can only buy it once in a lifetime š„¹
user6 lando š„¹
landonorris from 24 to forever š
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maxverstappen1 now he can finally stop eating our brains
alex.albon FINALLY AND YES , WELL SAID MAX
pierre.gasly he did good mate
charles.leclerc thank God he didn't stumble
carlossainz55 or fall in the ocean
ynnorris it's my engagement..? can yall congratulate?
maxverstappen1 oh, Congrats to the norris couple!!
alex.albon congrats šš»
lewishamilton Congrats Y/N and Lando !! šš»
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alex.albon HEY, EVEN I SAID CONGRATS, I DON'T GET LIKE !?
ynnorris no.
fransisca.kgnomes lots of love my wife
ynnorris he is just a side quest, dw š
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landonorris to forever saying yes to my queen šš
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maxverstappen1 d1 best man ( Y/N, we just gave him a few shots to calm down and stop revising his vows )
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user1 MAX KNOWS WHAT WE NEED
user2 MAXMILIAN YOU ARE PLAYING A DANGEROUS GAME
user3 THOSE PICTURES OF LANDO !?
user4 MARRIED LANDO HITS DIFFERENT
user5 HITS HARDER THAN MY BELT
user6 HITS HARDER THAN A HANGOVER BEFORE MATH
user7 HITS HARDER THAN DRAKE
user8 ayo wtf-
ynnorris if he drops down or shows up drunk, max your ability to produce heirs is gone
maxverstappen1 Kelly will fight you on that
ynnorris will she now ?
maxverstappen KELLY!? say something !?
ynnorris thatās what I thought
landonorris you just had to post the middle picture didnāt you
maxvertsappen1 yes, thatās what you get for crashing into me
landonorris and the way you crashed into my heart ?
alex.albon THATS MAX NOT Y/N
george.russell HE IS DRUNK
alex.albon WAY TO GO MAX
lewishamilton get the chap to sober up, if he doesnāt, I will snap his neck
ynnorris I love you Lewis šš§”
lewishamilton anything for you š«¶š»
landonorris can you guys like not ?
landonorris itās my wedding day and let me get married ?
landonorris we can see to yours and Y/Nās engagement later
landonorris wait.. Y/N?
landonorris ISNāT SHE THE ONE MARRYING ME !?
landonorris Thank you lewis for telling me about her cheating
maxverstappen1 THATS IT HE IS WAY TOO DRUNK
ynnorris yāall have 1 hour.
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mclaren and it's signed now as Mr. And Mrs. Norris !!
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user1 AHAHAAHAH
user2 THEY LOOK SO PRETTY
user3 LANDO SIGNING OUR MARRIAGE PAPERS
user4 mate, get over the delulul
user5 HER GOWN IS EVERYTHING
user6 BEST WISHES
user7 NOW HURRY UP AND HAVE KIDS
user8 NEXT PROJECT VERSTAPPEN
user9 NEXT PROJECT MCLAREN
user10 let the kid breathe
user11 he isnāt even born -
user12 LET IT BE A GIRL AND THE GRID AS UNCLES š„¹š»
user13 IS LANDO HUNGOVER ?
user14 Lando keeping up the name of his frat boy era
user15 Landon being drunk for his wedding is iconic š
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f1news After party pics from the Norris-Culpo Wedding !
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user1 fernando looks like a godfather
user2 GEORGE THAT YOU !?
user3 CHARLES THE GLOBAL FUCK BOY
user4 HE IS LITERALLY A GOLDEN RETRIEVER
user3 I AM TALKING ABOUT THE PICTURE!
user4 YOU CANNOT INSULT HIM LIKE THAT
user5 CAN YOU BOTH STOP FIGHTING!?
user6 lando and and his never ending saga of getting drunk
user7 NOT THEM DANCING ONE NIGHT AND NEXT DAY CRASHING INTO EACH OTHER
user8 max, darling you need to stop drinking and getting that man next to you to drink š
user9 I can just tell that Kelly and YN are both done with them š
user10 the George and fernando pic is so going as my wallpaper
f1news ours too !
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